Joshua Redcliff

This brilliant Director of a World Agency may very well decide the fate of the world's population. But first he must come to grips with his personal demons and with the view of life that his station has provided. When the world is suddenly and without warning thrust close to the abyss, Joshua and his companions must find a way to restart the engine of survival.

Mariza Jordan

A lovely, intelligent 'recorder' for one of New Mexico's media organizations, Mariza is Joshua's love, and his sometime alter ego. Her ideas are at odds with Joshua's, but they may also hold the key to how human beings will fare. She must convince the man she loves because he holds the key to future's door.

Clearey Redcliff

The mother of Joshua is an old soul whose ancestors have lived many thousands of years on the land upon which the drama of Darkness of Dawn is played out. Her precious wisdom contributes to the search for survival as Joshua and Mariza battle the effects of natural elements and evil humans.

Harry Zell

Despite his own grief, Harry shows Joshua and Mariza how a humble and moral man can put aside public mourning and overcome adversity. His ability to solve practical problems, and the little book he has been carrying most of his life, become a fount of survival.