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 knew this would probably be the last time he would catch Emil’s scent.


He crossed the room and pulled back the curtains. He struggled to open the window. Once it opened, a small breeze stirred the dust in the room and it danced in the sunlight. If he looked close, he might see an outline of Emil’s body in the sunlight and dust. He blinked, and the dust rearranged itself.


Probably wishful thinking, he told himself.The dust settled down as he started into the afternoon task he had only decided to complete since his sermon earlier in the morning.


He removed the cobwebs from the windows and corners and wiped down every surface with the vinegar solution. The lemon juice helped give the entire room a fresh scent and discouraged him from remembering the unpleasant times as a child when chores felt like eternal punishment. He thought about the events of the last year while he cleaned.


Chapter 48