David Lockwin—The People's Idol

** "David Lockwin—The People's Idol" by John McGovern presents a late 19th-century story of a man named David Lockwin as he seeks a coveted seat in Congress amidst the backdrop of Chicago's high society, where love, rivalry, and political ambition intertwine; the book starts by introducing Esther Wandrell, a wealthy heiress who becomes a focal point for Lockwin and his rival, George Harpwood, as they compete for both her attention and social status, with Lockwin's motivations driven by his love for Esther and his desire to provide for his adopted son, Davy— when Davy falls ill, Lockwin must balance his political aspirations with his personal life as the political scene becomes corrupted, setting up a story of ambition, loss, and the desire for influence. **