Killing Me Softly

A young American woman living in London who believes she has a secure life. Her chance encounter with Adam unleashes curiosity and restlessness, driving her to risk her established world. She shows resilience and determination, yet faces fear and consequences for chasing a dangerous passion.

A mountain climber hailed as a hero for saving lives, yet harboring a dangerous past and a need to possess. His charm masks coercive tendencies, and his history with Adele foreshadows violence. The relationship with Alice grows intense and unstable as secrets emerge.

Adam's sister whose fixation on her brother drives her to manipulate others. She reveals disturbing past secrets and ultimately clashes with Alice, exposing a dangerous obsession. Her actions propel the plot toward a violent confrontation.

A figure in Alice's professional life who represents the stability and demands of her job in London. The dynamic hints at a life built on achievement, contrasting with the reckless romance at the story's center.

A law enforcement figure who becomes involved when Alice seeks help after Adele's disappearance. He notes the limits of police action without solid evidence and guides the investigation’s progression.

A journalist who previously covered Adam's story and influences Alice by sharing new evidence. Her involvement links past media coverage to the present investigation and motivates further discovery.

A colleague in Alice's workplace who embodies the everyday life of London’s working environment, highlighting the contrast between normalcy and the thriller’s peril.

A coworker who witnesses the strain of Alice's new relationship and adds social texture to her life in the story’s urban setting.