Victor's wife, who rises from humble origins to become a talented musician. Roser ensures that music and culture thrive even during times of hardship, adapts well to change, and plays a crucial role in their family's survival and emotional support.

A rebellious upper-class woman who falls in love with Victor, challenging her societal role. Her character development reflects the limited choices and traditional roles of women of her time.

A member of an elite family who initially supports progressive causes, forming a friendship with the Dalmau family. He later embraces more conservative views, highlighting class prejudices.

A conservative patriarch of the Chilean upper class dedicated to traditional ideals and resistant to change, representing the rigid societal norms of his time.

Isidoro's wife who finds solace in prayer rather than fulfilling social obligations or nurturing close family relationships.

Victor's mother, who provides perspective on the Spanish Civil War from an older generation's viewpoint. She remains dedicated to her family and finds belonging in Chile despite her strong attachment to Spain.

A member of the working class who supervises the del Solar household staff and serves as a nanny. She is practical, hard-working, and conservative, underscoring the necessity of household workers.

A close friend of Victor during the war who helps Roser and Carme escape to France. He later struggles with the balance of wealth and family in his life.

Born in France after the Spanish Civil War and raised in Chile, he embodies the future generation. Marcel becomes an engineer and encourages his family to adapt to changing circumstances.

Victor's brother who dies during the Spanish Civil War, greatly impacting Roser and Victor. He is remembered as a passionate and forceful character.

A real historical figure and Nobel Prize-winning poet who appears in the narrative as a friend of Victor. His presence highlights the challenges faced by cultural figures under political repression.