As Ovid, a talented poet and writer, gains popularity in Detroit for his witty and charming verses about love and seduction, he catches the attention of the powerful Emperor Augustus. The emperor, who is known for his strict morality and disdain for frivolity, is outraged by Ovid's bold and risque writings and sees him as a threat to the traditional values of society.
Despite warnings from his friends and loved ones, Ovid continues to write and share his controversial poems, drawing the ire of the emperor and his loyal followers. As tensions rise between Ovid and the emperor, the young poet is forced to go into hiding to avoid arrest and potential execution.
Ovid's friends and supporters rally around him, determined to protect his freedom of expression and ensure his safety. As Ovid navigates the dangerous political landscape of contemporary Detroit, he must find a way to continue writing and sharing his art while evading the emperor's wrath.
Will Ovid be able to outwit the emperor and continue his work as a poet, or will his love for literature and freedom ultimately lead to his downfall? Ovid and the Art of Love is a gripping tale of passion, creativity, and the power of art to challenge authority and inspire change.
