A year has passed and there are new additions to the March family - but there is worry all around as Beth's health and spirits flag.
Amy is chosen over Jo to accompany Aunt Carroll's daughter on a tour of Europe.
A distraught Jo flees to New York to pursue her career, where she meets the kind Professor Bhaer. But devastating news from home cuts her adventure short.
As their paths cross in Europe, Amy and Laurie's friendship develops into something more. The family reunites upon Amy's return, which is made more joyful by unexpected news and a surprise visitor.
