Twenty-two-year-old Jacob Tomkins is sentenced to seven years’ labour in the fledgling colony of Sydney Town, Australia. The voyage across the sea is arduous. He is travelling with mean, street-hardened criminals, some of whom would like to use him for their pleasure. Fortunately he meets Peter, who takes Jacob under his wing. Together they find moments of pleasure amid the drudgery of the voyage. They share their hopes and dreams, and finally declare their love for each other upon the eve of their arrival in Sydney Town -- a place where the currency is rum, distilled and controlled by the powerful military. But what will happen once they disembark? The chances of remaining together are slim. A lot can happen in seven years, especially when Jacob’s new master takes a liking to him. Is their love strong enough to survive the ravages of time? Can they survive the rigors of their sentences?

Across the Sea

“Carefully. Carefully. They’re very sensitive.” Then Jasper thrust his arse out a little further. “Do my arse again.” He glanced over his shoulder and frowned. “Oh, look at that. You’re getting your clothes all wet and it’s only the beginning of the day. Take them off and lay them on the bed.”


Jacob looked at him, bewildered. “Sorry, sir?”


“Am I not speaking plain English? Take your clothes off and lay them on my bed so you don’t ruin them.” He snorted. “Especially with company this evening. I want you looking your best.”


Slowly it dawned on Jacob. The man wasn’t so much interested in getting clean as he was in getting a little titillation.


He removed his clothes and was very quickly just as naked as Jasper. As he’d been instructed, he laid his clothes on the bed then turned, allowing Jasper the chance to gaze upon his smooth, naked body.


“That’s better,” said Jasper. He lowered his eyelids. “Please continue.”


Jacob knelt down by the tub and recommenced soaping Jasper’s arse.


Chapter 25