In 1910, the United Kingdom is in turmoil. King Edward dies after only nine years on the throne. The social class system that upheld British society for centuries is being chipped away by social, political, and economic unrest across the Empire. Amidst this backdrop, Reverend Leander Norris is accused of sodomy. After discovering his own self-worth and the meaning of unconditional love, Leander finds the courage to stand up for what he believes is right and pleads "not guilty" to the charges.<br><br>Throughout the trial, Leander's past is revealed, including the temptations that bring the accusations against him. By the end of the trial, Leander is once again reunited with a romantic interest from the past. But it may be too late to rekindle any love that remains, given the circumstances of the era and Leander's likely sentence.<br><br>Love is greater than hope or faith, but can Leander convince a jury that the love he shares with another man is natural?

Disappear with Me

“Yes, by God himself. One day, when some older boys were picking on some younger kids, I stepped in and stopped them. My own father told me I was doing God’s work. That’s when I knew it was God’s will I continue to do His work.”


“When will I know if God is calling me?”


“The only thing I can tell you is you will know.”


“All right,” he said, his voice trailing off in disappointment.


After lessons or outings with Father John, there was the evening meal, more chores, vespers, then bedtime. Most days it seemed as if his head barely hit the pillow and the housekeeper was already working the pump to start the day over again.


Chapter 3