In the fourth part of the series, early 1963 heralds rave European reviews for Eric Snyder's artwork, while depression assails an unlikely trio. After revealing to his cousin Laurie Abrams what he sees in the blue barn, Seth Gordon makes plans to flee for Florida, averting an introduction to Eric and his family. Laurie's partner Stanford Taylor ponders the sake of his soul, yet it's Renee Ahern to suffer most when motherhood slips from her and husband Sam's grasp. Eric and his wife Lynne travel to New York as Renee grapples with her conscience, and all wonder at the meaning of Seth's getaway, especially when juxtaposed with what Renee reveals Pastor Jaworski keeps in that mystical blue barn.