We are in the era of the Civil War in the United States, and the lives of four sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March—unfold in a haven of dreams, aspirations, and challenges. The March family faces economic hardships while their parents work to maintain a warm and loving home. Meg, the eldest, dreams of a life of luxury and stability. Jo, the rebellious one of the group, wields a sharp pen and aspires to be a writer, challenging the norms of her time. Beth, the shy and kind-hearted, finds her world in music, playing the piano and filling her home with melodies. Lastly, Amy, the youngest, follows in the footsteps of art and glamour, yearning to escape the reality that surrounds them.
As the sisters confront the ups and downs of life, from the joys of dances and parties to the hardships of illness and loss, each begins to discover her path. The arrival of Laurie, the charming neighbor, intertwines their fates and triggers a series of decisions that will mark them forever. The story highlights the strength of familial love and the quest for identity in a changing context, illustrating how each sister finds her place in the world. It is a poignant exploration of the transition from childhood to adulthood, where family bonds prevail even in difficult times and where each must choose her own destiny.