Starla Jean is a girl full of endless moxie and razor-sharp cleverness. When she spots a scrawny, wandering chicken at the local park, she feels an instant and undeniable connection. Starla Jean just knows in her heart that she and this unusual bird are absolutely destined to be best friends. Her father, highly skeptical of the situation, issues a clear challenge: if she can manage to catch the speedy chicken, she is allowed to keep it. Anyone who knows Starla Jean knows she has never backed down from a dare in her entire life. What follows is a hilarious and determined pursuit as Starla utilizes all her wits to capture her feathered prize. This charming story introduces a highly spirited young heroine who knows exactly what she wants and will go to great, comedic lengths to achieve her goals, proving that sometimes the best friendships come from the most unexpected places.