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

“You see, gentlemen, we have an opportunity to help the British people embrace change and move our society forward,” Twelve said. “To me, it’s not unlike the end of the slave trade less than one hundred years ago. We have a real opportunity to affect social change.”


“But he did commit a crime,” Seven said. “If not sodomy, he was an instrument of adultery.”


“This trial is not about adultery,” Twelve said. “This is about homosexuality.”


“And that is a crime in this country, sir,” Seven said.


Three took a deep breath. “But that’s exactly what we’re trying to say here. Although the law is there, we have a chance to change attitudes and create a new precedent. Maybe one day the laws will be changed, and we’ll be able to have some claim to being a part of that change.” 43


“That was wonderful,” Basil said as they lay in bed after an afternoon of carnal pleasure.


“Thank you,” Leander said, giving him a peck on the cheek.


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