Cupid's Middleman

Edward B. Lent's Cupid's Middleman is a delightful romantic comedy that explores the timeless pitfalls of playing matchmaker. When Benjamin Hopkins agrees to help his friend Jim win the heart of a fair lady through carefully crafted letters, he finds himself entangled in a web of misunderstandings and complications that threaten to derail the entire affair. Set in the early 1900s, this witty novel draws inspiration from Longfellow's classic poem about John Alden's famous role as love's intermediary—a cautionary tale that proves some lessons must be learned anew by each generation. As Benjamin discovers, being a middleman in matters of the heart requires far more finesse than he anticipated. What begins as a simple favor spirals into romantic chaos when feelings become genuine, identities become confused, and the letters meant to win one heart risk breaking another. Perfect for fans of period romance and comedic fiction, Cupid's Middleman captures the humor and heartache of Victorian-era courtship while delivering timeless wisdom about love, honesty, and the dangers of deception. Lent's clever narrative reminds us that when it comes to matters of romance, there's no substitute for speaking your own truth. Ideal for audiobook listeners who enjoy lighthearted period pieces with romantic complications and witty banter.