The Disappearance

A shadowy fixer and the Organization’s point of contact, Burbank exerts control over operations and assumes a position of influence behind the scenes. His sudden disappearance after a pivotal discussion signals the volatility and reach of the criminal network he serves. He embodies the cold efficiency and strategic ruthlessness that propels the plot.

A contract killer living in Montréal who moves through a labyrinth of loyalties, threats, and love. He is efficient and capable, yet emotionally tethered to his missing wife. Mallory’s suspicion of being used by the Organization contrasts with his determination to uncover the truth and survive the mission.

Mallory’s new contact who provides the weapon and critical details for the assignment. He operates as an intermediary within a complex network, offering information while keeping his own motives opaque. His role heightens the tension as alliances remain uncertain and fragile.

The head of the Organization who is revealed to have possible personal power and influence behind the scenes. A serial womanizer, his affair with Celandine is the catalyst for the central conflict. He presents a calm, calculating threat who proves deadly when confronted.

Wife of Roland Deverell, she describes her husband’s infidelity and reveals the broader web of deceit surrounding the couple. Catherine acts as a source of information and a moral counterpoint amid the manipulation. Her role underscores the personal costs of the espionage world.

Mallory’s wife, whose actions drive the central twist: she orchestrates the hit and later attempts to escape the Organization through manipulation. Her involvement reveals a complex mix of frustration, independence, and strategic planning. Her decisions propel the story toward its dramatic conclusion.