In Evil Hour

Main Characters and Their Development

• In the novel «In Evil Hour», Gabriel García Márquez tells the story of a small town where anonymous leaflets begin to reveal the personal secrets of its residents. The main characters include: the town's mayor, who tries to maintain order and calm but faces internal conflicts and pressure from the townspeople; Father Ángel, a priest who strives to uphold moral standards but also finds himself entangled in intrigues; and Pastor, a man who becomes a victim of rumors and must fight for his honor. These characters develop amidst escalating tensions and conflicts that lead to tragic outcomes.