Greetings Bernard! I hope to receive a response, but if you don’t have time I understand. I am a HUGE fan. I absolutely love the Saxon tales, My favorite books that I have read. Your are also my favorite author, and Uhtred is my idol. I wish to live in the ancient times when war ships sailed and shield walls were formed. I have just finished “Sword Song” And I have to say you have a great writing capability! I read “Sword Song” in two days, I was hooked right away! I am no book worm in anyway, but I just devour your books because they are so interesting and descriptive. I love the way you explain with detail the battles that Uhtred faces. Once again I am a huge fan, and I am doing a book report on “Sword Song” for my English class. I am very young, 17. My name is Alexander, and I wanted to know what kind of music you listen to? I am a death metal fanatic and you MUST check out the band Amon Amarth. Amon Amarth comes from Sweden, all the lyrics derived from Norse mythology and include battles and mythological gods. They are brutal, and I have spent all the time reading your books listening to this band. I highly recommend “With Oden on Our Side”, “Twilight of the Thunder God”, “Fate of the Norns” and “Versus the World”. Very good albums. It requires, like many things, an acquired taste. After a while you will be able to understand the vocals and learn to like the brutalness. The music is just as brutal as the vocals, and the lyrics are awesome! Like I said I hope you have the time to respond to this message and I hope you find the time to listen to Amon Amarth. Farewell Bernard. You have supplied me with many hours of entertainment, so thank you sir! -Alexander Holdaway