·       Avery Mason: The protagonist of the novel, a successful TV host and journalist who is investigating the murder of Victoria Ford, a woman who was found hanging from her balcony in 2001. Avery is a kind and compassionate woman who is determined to find out who killed Victoria and to bring them to justice. She is also a bit of a loner who is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in.

·       Emma Kind: Victoria's sister, who is determined to clear Victoria's name. She is a kind and compassionate woman who is determined to find out what really happened to Victoria and to bring her killer to justice. She is also a bit of a loner who is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in.

·       Jasper Ford: Victoria's husband, who is a suspect in her murder. He is a wealthy and powerful man who has a dark past. He is also a bit of a mystery to Avery, as she struggles to understand his true intentions.