hi ho Mr B! there has been much speculation about Sharpe’s father, one comment even emplying that he is related to the Duke of Wellington, but I think I have the answer! I believe that Uhtred is an ancestor of Sharpe and some where along the line all of your characters are related. am I right or am I right? I think that Uhtred had a kid who in turn is the ancestor of Thomas of Hookton and then Sharpe! please get back to me on this! cheers, Adam

First I must say that I am a big fan of your work and have all your books. I just wish that it was possible for you to write more than two per year. I have a couple of questions about Sharpe. First, do you think that you will ever write a story set after Sharpe’s Devil? And, Sharpe’s father, please give us a clue; has the character ever appeared in one of your books? Thanks, Andrew Mathison.