Chicago Chick is a gripping narrative about two young lovers struggle to stay afloat while they watch the foundation of their life sinking into bottomless misery. The story is flavored with passion, humor and country music.

When his father dies, young Carsie Carlson is left with a huge farm, a metal box he doesn't understand and a loan he can't repay. Pretty Cornelia is cheated by her lover and leaves Chicago in panic. A wanted rapist appears as priest and pesters both congregation and women. A smart policewoman operates in the background. Carsie's Country Quartet struggles for fame. On a verandah, two elder men comment on events in a philosophical and sometimes sarcastic way. Loan bandits take advantage of a sick man's inability to keep his mind clear.

Carsie and Cornelia learn the hard way that life is full of ups and downs. The ignorant father of Cornelia's daughter Betsy plays a role he's not aware of.

The story is full of turns and twists that help the book remain unpredictable. Ghosts from the passed pop up and vanish. No dull moments.