Disappearance at Clifton Hill

Adult Abby is haunted by the childhood witness of the boy in the woods and is driven to solve the Alex Moulin mystery. She is sharp and resourceful, yet morally complex, often bending the truth to push her investigation forward. Her relentless pursuit exposes both resilience and vulnerability.

A conspiracy-minded podcaster who believes the Lake family hides a pattern of disappearances. He distrusts official narratives and provides a counterpoint to town complacency. His eccentric, tireless probing fuels Abby’s quest for the truth.

The boy who disappeared, whose case becomes the catalyst for Abby’s investigation. His disappearance hints at deeper motives and cross-border intrigue, shaping the town’s secrets and Abby’s obsession with the truth.

Bev is tied to the kidnapping scheme behind Alex’s disappearance, presenting a composed exterior while hiding involvement in coercion and crime. Her actions drive the central conflict and influence media coverage.

Bev’s husband who confesses to kidnapping Alex for blackmail, cracking the case open and fueling a media frenzy. He embodies a volatile, calculating criminal persona.

Patriarch of the Lake family, a figure of local authority who is arrested amid the case while proclaiming innocence. His role highlights the tension between power, cover-up, and accountability.

Abby’s sister who inherits the Rainbow motel and wants to sell it to prominent locals. She represents a pragmatic, business-minded response to family tragedy and competing visions for the property.

Abby’s mother who leaves the Rainbow motel to her daughters, setting the stage for inheritance tensions and competing plans for the property. Her absence indirectly motivates Abby’s drive to prove herself.