The Virgin Suicides

Main Characters and Their Development

• Cecilia Lisbon - the youngest of the five sisters. Her suicide attempt marks the starting point of the novel. After an unsuccessful attempt, she ultimately succeeds, plunging her family into deep tragedy.
• Lux Lisbon - one of the sisters, known for her vibrant sexual energy and rebelliousness. She becomes a central figure in the narrative after Cecilia's death, through her relationships with boys and the subsequent strict control by her parents.
• Bonnie Lisbon - a sister inclined towards religious contemplation. Her character is revealed through her attempts to find solace in faith after Cecilia's death.
• Mary Lisbon - copes with Cecilia's death through detachment and immersion in her own emotional experiences.
• Therese Lisbon - the eldest sister, who takes a rational approach to the circumstances. She tries to maintain order and discipline among the sisters after the tragedy.