Part 3 portrays the sisters finding their paths and enduring life’s hardships. Beth’s passing leaves a profound impact on the family, strengthening their bonds. Jo achieves success as a writer, comes to terms with her relationship with Laurie, and embraces new love. Amy matures during her art studies in Europe and finds love with Laurie. The story concludes with the sisters' mature lives and the formation of new families, delivering a heartfelt message of love, resilience, and hope.

XXXI. Our Foreign Correspondent
XXXII. Tender Troubles
XXXIII. Jo's Journal
XXXIV. A Friend
XXXV. Heartache
XXXVI. Beth's Secret
XXXVII. New Impressions
XXXVIII. On the Shelf
XXXIX. Lazy Laurence
XL. The Valley of the Shadow
XLI. Learning to Forget
XLII. All Alone
XLIII. Surprises
XLIV. My Lord and Lady
XLV. Daisy and Demi
XLVI. Under the Umbrella
XLVII. Harvest Time