Mike Hammer: Murder Takes All

Carl Durant's meticulous accountant who becomes an uneasy ally to Hammer. He arranges a trip to Bundy's desert ranch and provides information that sharpens Hammer's pursuit of the truth. Brad's pragmatism keeps him involved, even as danger looms over his own head.

A hard‑boiled private investigator who refuses to back down when framed for murder. He is abducted in Las Vegas and endures a relentless scramble to clear his name. Hammer relentlessly follows clues and confronts powerful enemies to uncover the real killer and protect those he cares about.

Wealthy socialite and Carl Durant's wife, whose charm masks a ruthless motive for revenge. She orchestrates murders to cover financial and reputational misdeeds tied to a telethon and a clinic. Helen's manipulations drive the plot as she tries to silence the truth and safeguard her family’s image.

A physician and husband to Helen, who raised Amy and served as the family’s public face. His death by a booby-trapped door reveals the depth of the conspiracy and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets. Carl's role as healer contrasts with the deception that surrounds him.

Carl and Helen's daughter, whose paternity becomes a flashpoint in the case. Amy navigates a tangle of lies about her parentage, ultimately learning to rely on herself and the people who prove their loyalty. Her fate underscores the cost of cruelty and secrecy within a family.

A famous entertainer whose romantic history with Helen and his role as Amy's biological father drive key motives. He is killed in a booby-trapped setup, and his diary becomes a catalyst for the plot’s revelations. Johnny's past actions ripple through the present, exposing long-buried secrets.

Security officer supervisor who becomes a pivotal informant within the Hilton. She reveals that the attacker is Bundy and plays a crucial role in Hammer's eventual confrontation with the true mastermind. Leora embodies the tough, procedural side of casino security.

The primary antagonist who is implicated as the attacker behind Hammer’s ordeals. Bundy’s involvement ties into the desert ranch, the duplicated accounts, and the broader scheme to profit from secrets and extortion. He is eventually murdered, catalyzing the unraveling of the plot.