Purple Hibiscus

Main Characters and Their Development

• Kambili Achike - the protagonist and narrator, a young girl living in a strict and religious family. Throughout the book, she undergoes significant personal development, evolving from a repressed and intimidated child to a more confident and independent individual.
• Eugene Achike - Kambili's father, a wealthy and influential man who is a strict Catholic. He controls his family through harsh methods, yet he is also generous and cares for the welfare of his community. His complex character and parenting methods deeply affect his children.
• Beatrice Achike - Kambili's mother, a quiet and submissive woman who suffers from her husband's abuse. Over the course of the book, she gradually finds the strength to stand up to Eugene and protect her children.
• Jaja Achike - Kambili's older brother, who also suffers from their father's abuse. Unlike Kambili, he more openly expresses his discontent and ultimately decides to confront their father, leading to serious consequences.
• Aunty Ifeoma - Kambili's aunt and Eugene's sister, an independent and free-spirited woman who works as a university lecturer. She plays a key role in Kambili and Jaja's lives, showing them an alternative lifestyle based on freedom and love.