Inspector John Rebus: The protagonist, a veteran detective nearing retirement.

Detective Sergeant Siobhan Clarke: Rebus's protégé and trusted colleague.

Professor Sandy Gates: A forensic pathologist who has appeared in previous Rebus novels.

Doctor Curt: Another forensic pathologist who has worked with Rebus before.

Mairie Henderson: A journalist who helps Rebus and Clarke with the investigation.

Morris Cafferty: An Edinburgh gangster who becomes involved in the case.

Richard Pennen: A weapons dealer who comes under suspicion.

James Corbyn: The new Chief Constable who tries to control the investigation.

David Steelforth: A Special Branch commander overseeing the G8 summit policing.

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