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

I need to slow down on the wine, Leander reminded himself. I have an evening service to conduct.


He was nearly asleep when he felt Basil’s warm hand on his face. Leander’s eyes opened to see Basil hovering above him.


“Has anyone told you how amazingly beautiful you are?” Basil asked, then shut his eyes and leaned down to kiss Leander.


As much as he wanted to return the kiss, he sat up and pushed Basil away. He jumped up and started dressing, the erection caused by Basil’s contact evident. Basil fumbled to cover his own erection.


“Basil…Mr. Shocking, I apologize if I’ve done anything to bring this on,” he said as he fumbled with his clothes.


Basil sat on the blanket and covered himself from the waist down. “Leander, I’m sorry. I read you wrong and I thought—”


“You thought what?” His eyes narrowed as he looked at Basil.


Chapter 64