Victor Franz - A police sergeant, eligible for retirement and approaching his fiftieth birthday. The character is based on Irving Abrams, Miller's childhood friend, who attended Columbia University, had the highest IQ on the NYC police force, and became a photographer after his retirement. Abrams was also a superb tennis player.
Esther Franz - Victor's wife, it is suggested that Esther may have a problem with drinking.
Gregory Solomon - A wily Russian-Jewish antique dealer, nearly ninety years old.
Walter Franz - Victor's brother, a successful doctor Victor hasn't spoken to in years.
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