# Tom Machin — The Three Hostages character guide

> Tom Machin in The Three Hostages by John Buchan.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Tom

**First appearance:** 0022-xxi-how-i-stalked-wilder-game-than-deer

## Who they are

A local man who helps Hannay in the Highlands.

## In the story

### [I Am Introduced to Strong Magic](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_three_hostages_se/chapters/ix-i-am-introduced-to-strong-magic)

Tom Machin is present at Claridge's, speaking with Medina about a regimental dinner and a government grievance, providing a contrast to the dark conversation that follows.

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