The Cat Creeps

A determined Morning Chronicle journalist who takes a risky assignment to verify a letter about a fortune and a murder. He faces romantic tension with Gay Elliott while probing alibis and motives in the mansion-driven mystery. His persistence and quick thinking propel the search for truth.

Terry's loyal photographer who stows away to the island to document the unfolding drama. He provides crucial on-site perspective and supports the investigation as danger escalates. His presence helps reveal key moments that others might miss.

A sharp lawyer who fronted bootlegging operations from Cora's mansion and orchestrated a death-to-cover-the-fortune scheme. He confesses to murder as part of the broader plot, hiding further secrets about where the money is stashed.

A seasoned detective hired to investigate Eric Goran's death. He moves the investigation forward with calculated actions, navigating the web of deceit and eventually revealing critical truths through his own choices.

Cora Williams's relative and a political figure who once faced suspicion in Eric's death and now runs for the U.S. Senate. His public persona hides competing loyalties and a past entanglement with Sampler's circle.

Walter's daughter and Terry's love interest. She becomes a key ally in uncovering the truth while balancing family tensions and emotional risk.

Tom's assistant who suffers from ailurophobia. She becomes entangled in the confession and the danger surrounding Cora's death, contributing to the mansion's mounting tension before meeting a grim end.

The letter-writer who hints at a fortune and a hidden motive. Her death sparks the investigation and leaves behind clues that drive the island mystery forward.

Eric Goran's daughter in name, but an actress hired to pressure the killer. Her performance adds a theatrical layer to the deception reshaping suspects' motives.

Terry's boss who pushes the investigation forward and has a vested interest in the political storm surrounding the Elliots and the Senate race.

The Senate candidate's rival and Sampler's brother-in-law, whose political ambitions become entwined with the mansion's dangerous secrets.