The God of Love

The God of Love is a historical novel by Justin H. McCarthy, written in the early 20th century. Set in Florence during a May Day festival, it follows Lappo Lappi as he reflects on his carefree past and navigates the complexities of love, friendship, and rivalry, particularly in relation to his serious friend Messer Guido Cavalcanti and the May Queen, Monna Beatrice. The novel intertwines the lives of its characters with the historical figure Dante Alighieri, exploring themes of longing and emotional entanglements against a vibrant backdrop of celebration and political tension.