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

It was out of his control. Had he not agreed to take the boy, Raphael would have stashed him away in an orphanage. Child welfare had come a long way since Oliver Twist,but he couldn’t imagine the fate Peter might have faced.


Peter was another blessing from God. Father John had provided for him after his mother died. Raphael entered the picture during his adolescence and Cambridge years. After university, Leander spent eleven years with Emil. Now he had Peter, an even greater challenge. Peter would be a true test of his nurturing abilities.


Leander concentrated on his sermon preparation and tried not to worry about the consequences of taking on the ward. He also tried not to think about Raphael. He didn’t know if he’d ever see Raphael again. He hoped he would, but given Raphael’s history, it might be a very long time.


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