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"Once a Meadowling, always a Meadowling."
Get to know Ellie Swan and the rest of Meadowfield...
Meet Ellie Swan

and proud!
Mead·ow·ling
noun
A person who was born in the village of Meadowfield. This term dates back centuries and its exact origin is unknown.
Ellie Swan
30. Bookworm History Buff
Resourceful. Compassionate. Introspective.
Former Historical Continuity Specialist turned bookshop manager and amateur sleuth. Ellie's keen eye for detail and empathetic nature make her excellent at uncovering hidden truths. Raised in Meadowfield, she returned to run Meadowfield Books after her grandmother’s injury. Balancing old trauma with new responsibilities, Ellie dives into village mysteries with determination. Will her analytical mind and heartfelt connections solve the secrets of Meadowfield?
Meet Ellie's (Complicated) Family

Maggie Swan
74. Bookshop owner
Wise. Nurturing. Enigmatic.
Ellie’s grandmother. The beating heart of Meadowfield. Former history teacher turned bookshop owner, she's seen it all—and kept a secret or two along the way. With a warm smile and a sharp mind, she's the granny everyone wishes they had. But behind those twinkling eyes lies a wealth of local knowledge. Will her wisdom be the key to helping Ellie solve the mystery of The Last Draft?


Carolyn Swan
65. 'Actress'
Dramatic. Ambitious. Glamorous.
Ellie’s mother. The faded star. Scouted at 15 for Heatherwood Haven, a TV drama filmed in Meadowfiled during the 1970s. Carolyn’s brief fame remains the defining moment of her life. Now, she lives in past glories, wishing for a comeback. Beneath the glamour and ambition, there’s a mother who loves her daughter. Will Carolyn’s dramatic instincts and undying drive add a twist to the investigation?



Peter Cookson
54. Birdwatcher
Introverted. Awkward. Dedicated.
Ellie's father. A quiet man with a deep passion for birdwatching, Peter finds solace in nature. Following a regrettable affair that led to Ellie’s birth, he retreated into solitude, carrying a quiet sorrow. Despite being unreliable in traditional roles, he is caring and deeply connected to Ellie. Will Peter’s unique perspective and intricate knowledge of the natural world offer unexpected insights into the mysteries of Meadowfield?


Penny Swan
65. Housekeeper.
Dramatic. Ambitious. Glamorous.
Ellie’s mother. The faded star. Scouted at 15 for Heatherwood Haven, a TV drama filmed in Meadowfiled during the 1970s. Carolyn’s brief fame remains the defining moment of her life. Now, she lives in past glories, wishing for a comeback. Beneath the glamour and ambition, there’s a mother who loves her daughter. Will Carolyn’s dramatic instincts and undying drive add a twist to the investigation?
Oliver Cookson
35. Cafe Owner
Introverted. Awkward. Dedicated.
Ellie's father. A quiet man with a deep passion for birdwatching, Peter finds solace in nature. Following a regrettable affair that led to Ellie’s birth, he retreated into solitude, carrying a quiet sorrow. Despite being unreliable in traditional roles, he is caring and deeply connected to Ellie. Will Peter’s unique perspective and intricate knowledge of the natural world offer unexpected insights into the mysteries of Meadowfield?






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