Blue Billy’s Rogue Lexicon by David Lawrence William Dempsey was a wonder among wonders. By 18, he had risen from a gang of London street rogues to be the personal plaything of the Marquess of Argyll. Maintained in splendour, celebrated at masquerades – with everything he could wish for. Now all has come crashing down. … Continue reading Spotlight | Blue Billy’s Rogue Lexicon | An Historical Bawdyhouse Romance by David Lawrence