Daddy’s Girl

An adopted daughter whose escalating paranoia and jealousy toward her father's relationships drive her into violent, calculated acts. She disguises affection as devotion while systematically removing perceived threats to her father. Her cold, manipulative intelligence makes her dangerous and hard to read.

A toy designer whose generous indulgence of Jody strains his marriage and finances. He is slow to see the danger surrounding his daughter, and his eventual realization shatters his paternal protective role.

The breadwinner who bears the stress of supporting the household while watching Jody's behavior deteriorate. Her attempts to protect the family are complicated by Jody's manipulation and the couple's fractured relationship.

A college student staying with the family who becomes suspicious of Jody's past and begins uncovering a trail of violence that links to Jody's early trauma. She acts as a moral counterpoint and calls social services.

The social worker who arrives to address Jody's dangerous behavior. His involvement triggers further violence and a confrontation that tests the family's resilience.

Barbara's friend who becomes a victim in Jody's campaign to remove obstacles to her relationship with her father. Her death intensifies the unraveling of the Mitchells.

Barabara's mother figure whose life is endangered by Jody's manipulations. She serves as a catalyst for Jody's more dangerous acts and is crucial to the unraveling of the family.

A medical professional referenced in the story, who represents the institutional perspective on Jody's mental state and potential interventions.

Another medical professional involved in the narrative, underscoring the clinical gaze on Jody's behavior and potential treatments or diagnoses.