The Missing Chums · Character
Iola Morton
Chet's sister and a friend of the Hardys.
minor
Also known as Iola, Iola Morton
First appearance: i the three strangers
Iola Morton's tie to Joe Hardy is one of the pressures that moves The Missing Chums—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Answers the door at the Morton farm, tries to engage Joe in conversation.
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With Joe Hardy (romantic): Joe's girlfriend; they share a sweet, affectionate relationship. With Chet Morton (family): Brother and sister; Chet is protective of Iola. With Chet Morton (family): Brother and sister; Chet…
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Relationship types
- Romantic
- Family
- Other
Character groups
- Supporting Friend Group
- Protagonist
- Core Family & Suspects
- Romantic & Parental Figures
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
This is the dramatic climax because it delivers the emotional peak of relief and triumph as Chet and Biff are…
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Joe Hardy
romantic · positive
Joe's girlfriend; they share a sweet, affectionate relationship. How this plays out →
- Chet Morton
family · positive
- Chet Morton
family · positive
- Joe Hardy
romantic · positive
Joe's girlfriend; they share a sweet, affectionate relationship. How this plays out →
Relationship notes
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See Iola Morton in i the three strangersIn the story
Iola Morton appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
Chapter companion notes
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See Iola Morton in i the three strangers