Paradise

Main Characters and Their Development

• Character development in Toni Morrison's «Paradise» unfolds through intricate interactions between the residents of Ruby and the women from the convent. Central characters include: Patricia Best, who struggles with the legacy of racism and family history; Mavis, a woman seeking refuge in the convent after a family tragedy; Deacon, one of the town's leaders facing internal conflicts; and Consolata, a woman with mystical abilities who plays a key role in the fate of the convent. Each of these characters undergoes personal trials and transformations that reflect themes of community, identity, and redemption.