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

He halted in shock when he entered the kitchen. Dirty dishes sat soaking in the sink. Although they wouldn’t need much scrubbing in the morning, he was still surprised at Dawson’s work ethic. The housekeeper back in London wouldn’t rest at night until her kitchen was spotless. This might be something that he needed to keep his eye on. Mrs. Dawson didn’t live at the parish house, but he thought she ought to clean the kitchen before she left.


He procured the wine and cheese and returned to the upstairs study. Strong waited in the hall for him to return, but took the seat at the piano once they entered. This time, Leander enjoyed the entire piece. The air in the study was warm and sweet in the late spring evening.


“I hope you don’t mind, my playing music in the evenings,” Strong said after he completed the piece.


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