Rachel's Song is a story about the unfathomable workings of the spirit. River Leah Jorgensen, a young artist with an unconventional upbringing, becomes involved with Jacob Potter, whose conservative background is much different than hers. River quickly recognizes their incompatibility and doesn't expect the relationship to last, but an unplanned pregnancy and the birth of their son keeps their lives intertwined much long than she anticipates. Although she isn't in love with Jacob, River feels resentful when his new girlfriend Rachel arrives on the scene. While Rachel's presence is a source of perpetual frustration for River, a surprising twist of fate puts their difficult times into perspective.