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A crooked slaughterhouse operator in Kansas City who runs debt collection through violence and manipulation. She guards her operation with a network of enforcers and a sharper mind for profit, making her both powerful and dangerous. Her past with Devlin and Clarabelle adds a personal edge to her ruthlessness.

A WWII veteran and hard-edged enforcer hired to collect the debt. He combines strategic thinking with brutal action, and his history with Mary Ann and Clarabelle adds complexity to his mission. His loyalty to his crew is tested by battlefield-like confrontations and personal grudges.

An orphan who was forced into the slave auction system, she becomes Devlin’s ally in a dangerous escape. Her resilience and courage emerge as she navigates exploitation and searches for safety. Her bond with Violet highlights the longing for friendship and dignity in a brutal world.

Poppy’s friend from the orphanage who shares a painful backstory and helps plan escape. She remains wary and protective, showing how trust is fragile in a world of manipulation and danger. Her presence underscores the cost of survival in the underworld.

A figure tied to Devlin through past romance, living aboard a luxurious houseboat and entangled in the mob’s schemes. She embodies the personal costs of a life dictated by crime, balancing desire with vulnerability. Her interactions reveal the emotional complexity behind those who move within the crime world.

A younger enforcer recruited to assist with debt collection, representing the next generation of mob muscle. His actions illustrate the ruthlessness and pressure of maintaining control over illicit operations. His presence foreshadows the dangers faced by the crew.

A driver and muscle who travels with Devlin, highlighting the logistical side of mob operations. His role emphasizes the teamwork and risk involved in crossing state lines and handling confrontations. He embodies dependable but dangerous support in violent undertakings.

One of Devlin’s men who endures injury during the farm raid, illustrating the human cost of the mission. His presence signals the fragility of team members under intense pressure and violence. He acts as a reminder of the stakes involved in the crew’s undertakings.