First Black Police Officer ever promoted to Detective in Atlanta, Georgia. The Book Credence and the Divide is based on his exploits and that of his friends and family. This is the first in a series of three stories.

Firey wife of Det. Radcliff Tate. Her mother taught her to be respectful and be the best house manager. Her father taught her how to shoot rifles and pistols. She learned how to wield knives all on her own.

Jasper is a good friend of Det. Radcliff Tate, and the third cousin of Ulla Mae Tate. Always ready to mix it up, with a knack for finding lost souls. Like his friend Tate, he's multilingual and much, much more.

An Atlanta Police Detective Sergeant, and former commanding officer of Radcliff Tate, during World War ll. The Lead Detective of the main case in Credence and the Divide.

Former FBI Profiler and DC Detective, now one of Cleveland's Finest, is assigned to the same precinct as her aunt Billie, and where her late father and late husband, once patrolled. Cheryl is no stranger to horrific circumstances.

Former Pentathlete, Detective Lopez-Watson comes to Cleveland by way of Chicago. Lured by her mentor, Officer Sergeant Billie Beckley, Johnnie means to settle down and make a go of it after a devastating, personal loss.

Sergeant Beckley is Detective Cheryl Holmes' late mother's sister. She was instrumental in persuading Cheryl and her new partner Johnnie to try law enforcement in Cleveland, Ohio.

Son of the notorious crime boss Tommy Gilberto-Lanza. Looking to legitimize the family business, Carlo was once a fond acquaintance of Cheryl's as they grew up together. Their fathers were Frenemies.

Decorated former military officer and government agent, Vella set out to live a peaceful life out in the country. That's when all the walls around her began to tumble down hard, and fast!

Heiress to not only the family fortune but also its nefarious business practices and pursuits. She is also Vella Kaufman's aunt; her mother's sister.

Every waitress you meet comes over to greet you and welcome you into their diner, and Sally is no different; or is she?

It was never a time growing up that Felix didn't wanted to follow in his father's and grandfather's footsteps into the family business; the United States Marines. Unbeknownst to him what his true role would be.