Sinners and Saints

NOPD detective driven by grief after his son's death and the loss of his partner. He is relentless, morally driven, and capable of risking everything to uncover the truth, even as personal wounds influence his judgment.

Riley's commanding officer who assigns the case. He embodies law-and-order authority and bears the pressure of keeping the city safe while facing political pressure and escalating violence.

A ruthless mastermind behind the mercenaries hired to commit arson and killings. He represents the corrupt link between crime and corporate security interests.

Riley's friend from the military past who becomes entangled as the holder of incriminating evidence against Spartan Security. His actions accelerate the thriller’s twists and betrayals.

A leader within Spartan mercenaries who directly confronts Riley. He embodies the mercenary ruthlessness at the heart of the conflict.

Infamous gang leader whose actions trigger the gang war following a victim’s death. He represents organized crime’s foothold in the city’s violence.

Riley’s new partner, a stable family man who becomes deeply involved in the brutal case and its dangers.

A cipher in the investigation; her role ties into the network of crime and the search for truth amid the case’s escalating violence.

Beth is Will Ganz’s family figure; her presence at a family birthday grounds the story in personal stakes and humanizes the consequences of the violence.

A figure associated with the crime network; his presence adds a layer of menace and global crime connections.