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 means I’ll have to report this to the authorities, who will charge him with a crime. It will go to court to be solved. It won’t be a speedy trial; this could go on for a couple of years. Your personal lives will be dissected for the public to examine.”


For the first time during the meeting, Mrs. Shocking was quiet for a moment. She looked at Mr. Shocking, who shook his head slightly. She turned to look at the bishop, narrowed her eyes, and said, “We are prepared for anything that might happen.” 55


While waiting for his visit from Raphael, Leander opened his Bible to Psalm 48.


For this God is our God for ever and ever; he will be our guide even unto our death


The simple eighteen-word passage comforted him. His plight couldn’t be any bleaker than it was now. All he could do was pray for a smooth transition from jail to prison and hope for the best.


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