While the novel details the tragic fates of several characters, such as Crisostomo Ibarra, Maria Clara, and Elias, it does not include their final words.
The focus of the novel is on the social and political injustices faced by Filipinos under Spanish rule, and it uses the characters' experiences to illustrate these themes.
The novel's ending, where Ibarra seemingly disappears, is left open to interpretation, allowing the reader to consider the potential consequences of his actions and the future of the Filipino people.