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As Celie, Shug, and Sofia continue working on a quilt in a pattern called “Sister’s Choice,” the women bond through intimate conversation. Sofia puzzles over Harpo’s love of domestic tasks and his binge eating, which are designed to help him become physically big enough to challenge Sofia. When Harpo again shows up with black eyes and complaints about his inability to dominate Sofia, Celie sternly tells him that her marriage to Albert is no good model for how men and women should be in a marriage. He and Sofia have real love, so Harpo needs to treat Sofia well and stop fighting.
Later, Sofia talks with Celie about her problems with Harpo. Harpo’s insecurity and attempts to dominate her have damaged their marriage: She no longer feels attracted to him. It is no surprise to Celie one morning when Sofia’s army of equally strong sisters move Sofia and the children away from Harpo, who is heartbroken. He doesn’t stay down for long, however. Within six months, Harpo becomes a new man: stylish, aware of his good looks, and intent on setting up a juke joint down the road with his friend Swain.
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