Julia Alvarez
In the Time of the Butterflies
Characters
Patria-eldest, religious, marries
Pedrito Gonzalez
Dede--still living, served as the
father's accountant
Minerva--outspoken, wants to be
a lawyer
Maria Teresa--Mate, covers for
her sister
Pilgrimage to Higuey--desire to
find comfort in the Church
Sinita Perozo
Hilda--outcast, resists Trujillo
through private meetings