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

“Objection!” Noble shouted over her. “A proper wife wouldn’t question her husband’s comings and goings, as long as he wasn’t coming home full of drink or wreaking havoc upon his return.”


“I am merely pointing out,” Weeks explained, “that it seems to me Mrs. Shocking knew all along what was going on between her husband and the reverend.”


Weeks took a deep breath and started again. “Mrs. Shocking, did you know all along what was going on between your husband and the reverend?”


“No, I simply assumed they were enjoying each other’s company like most men. I never dreamed they were—”


“Thank you, Mrs. Shocking. Earlier you repeated the message you were given by your uncle after he spotted your husband and the reverend at a London restaurant. What made you suspect there was something more between the two?”


“When I confronted my husband, he didn’t deny it.”


“How long have you been married, Mrs. Shocking?”


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