* Quasimodo's Death and Discovery of Esmeralda's Remains: After rescuing Esmeralda's body from the gallows, Quasimodo carries her to the top of Notre Dame, where he stays with her until he dies of starvation and grief. His death, along with the discovery of Esmeralda's skeleton, underscores the tragic consequences of the novel's events and the cruelty of society. It also subtly redeems Quasimodo, showing his unwavering devotion to Esmeralda.
* Frollo's Death: Frollo's death, though occurring before Quasimodo's, is integral to the falling action. His demise, a fall from Notre Dame, serves as poetic justice for his crimes and a release from his obsessive, destructive desires. It effectively concludes his arc of evil and leaves the reader with a sense of closure, albeit a grim one.
* The Fate of Phoebus: Phoebus, having survived his injuries, likely plays a diminished role in the falling action. His survival doesn't radically change the course of events at this point, emphasizing that the primary focus is on Quasimodo and Esmeralda's fate and the resolution of their intertwined narratives. His role in the plot mostly precedes the falling action.
The falling action doesn't offer a happy ending; instead, it's a sobering conclusion that reinforces the novel's themes of societal injustice, the power of love, and the redemptive potential of even the most marginalized individuals. The emphasis is less on external action and more on the emotional and physical consequences of the previous events, leading to a haunting, melancholic resolution.