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Hazel Strong

Jane Porter's sharp-eyed American friend, whose loyalty and quick judgment make her both a steadying presence and an unexpected complication aboard ship.

supporting

Also known as Miss Strong, Hazel

First appearance: i the affair on the liner

As a supporting figure in The Return of Tarzan, Hazel Strong is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Jane Porter's best friend; sits next to Tarzan at dinner on the ship.
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With Jane Porter (friendship): Hazel Strong is Jane Porter's close friend and confidante, sharing her journey and supporting her through romantic turmoil. With Tarzan (friendship): Hazel Strong develops a friendly…

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Character Web

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JPJane PorterTATarzanPAProfessor Arch…LTLord TenningtonMCMr. CaldwellHSHazel Strong

Relationship types

  • Friendship
  • Other

Character groups

  • Castaways and Companions
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

Tarzan's desperate rescue of Jane from the sacrificial altar represents the emotional and psychological peak a…

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