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

“Eighty years ago, the parishioners built the new sanctuary, the one we use today. After they moved, this building has been left unused,” Emil explained.


The dim lantern light illuminated the space’s potential. It was dirty and dank, but that could be fixed.


“It needs a good washing and maybe a fresh coat of paint,” Leander said.


“Smells like there’s some water damage. I could probably locate the source in the light,” Emil added.


They left the building and returned to the parish house, where the dinner dishes sat waiting for attention. They continued to discuss the project while they cleaned up.


“We have the space, but do you suppose we could get it fixed up within your maintenance budget?” Leander asked.


“We can definitely get it cleaned up and get that leak fixed,” Emil said. “But it’ll need some more money to truly make it a place where people want to drop their children off and a ministry the church is proud of.”


“But can we get it running without too much trouble?”


Chapter 37