Hi Bernard,

This is a shot in the dark, but was Sharpe’s father Alexander Hamilton Hume? I can’t remember if he appeared in any of the novels – and not sure how the horse appears in this ‘happy’ person. He was born around 1762 and a reputed womaniser. Fought a duel and was forced to take office of a penal colony in Australia, then became a landowner.

Also, I’m really enjoying ‘The Last Kingdom’ TV adaptation. The acting and script are both excellent, although I would have liked a few more battles at key moments. Instead, they cut straight to the aftermath. But David Dawson portrays King Alfred just how I envisioned him in the novels. It would be great if they could film the rest of Uhtred’s story. Episode 7 is tomorrow (Thursday) night UK time, HD 102 Channel justifies the scenery.

Also, have you seen or heard about ‘The Man in the High Castle’ featured on Amazon?

Robert Douglas