In this third volume of the Green Gables series, Anne's life changes completely when she leaves her teaching position in Avonlea to attend college in Kingsport. There, she shares a cozy house with three girlfriends and meets new friends, including the man of Anne's dreams - but is he her true Prince Charming? When Anne explores life outside of Avonlea, she is surprised by two unlikely marriage proposals.

Upon graduation, Anne returns home to Green Gables to hear some shocking news. She is touched by a death and amazed by the birth. Her life is thrown into turmoil which causes her to re-evaluate her hopes and dreams.