How does The Color Purple end?

The Color Purple, a novel by Alice Walker, ends with an epistolary format, which means that the story is told through a series of letters exchanged between the main character, Celie, and her sister Nettie. Celie, who was once a victim of abuse and discrimination, has become a successful businesswoman and reconciled with her children and her sister. Meanwhile, Nettie, who left Celie to go to Africa as a missionary, sends her letters detailing her own experiences there. In the end, Celie and Nettie are reunited, along with their children and extended family. The conclusion of the novel is one of hope and forgiveness as Celie and Nettie find peace and happiness after struggling with adversity for many years.