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The Tarrants

The Tarrant family, including Muriel and the Reverend Peter.

minor

Also known as the Tarrants

First appearance: ii

The Tarrants first appears in 0001 ii.

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SBStephen ByrneJEJohn EgertonMBMrs. BantamMTMuriel TarrantMBMargery ByrneTTThe Tarrants

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  • Protagonist
  • Byrne Household Staff

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