The Hit List

Allan is a Spokane-based engineer whose life collapses after a promotion is denied and his wife Sydney is found with his best friend, Mike. Drunken desperation leads him to seek Jonas’ dangerous offer, but he is also stubborn and desperate to protect what remains of his life. The day forces him to choose between revenge and the possibility of redemption.

Jonas is a calm, enigmatic stranger who reveals himself as a contract killer. He preys on Allan's misery, turning his personal pain into a deadly proposition. His presence drives the plot, creating a lethal moral test for Allan.

Sydney is Allan's wife whose actions catalyze the chain of events that lead to his despair. Her relationship with Mike Dodd complicates Allan's sense of loyalty and trust, intensifying the pressure of the choice he faces.

Mike is Allan's best friend and the man involved with his wife, a betrayal that fuels Allan's anger and moral crisis. He becomes a tangible target of Allan's fear and the violence that follows.

Drake is Allan's boss, a symbol of professional ambition and the target of Allan's fear and rage. He is murdered early in the narrative, setting off the deadly pursuit and investigations that follow.

Detective McKay leads the investigation into the murders and the pursuit of Jonas. He is pragmatic and relentless, navigating the dangerous rumors and clues that connect the five names on Allan's list.

Brian is Allan's coworker who benefits from the promotion Allan desired. His position in the office hierarchy and his proximity to Allan's world contribute to the sense of competition and danger that permeates the day.