Dear Bernard A couple of questions, which I have been musing on for you. Out of all your characters creations, which would you, prefer to fight along with? Myself I would be tempted to choose Patrick Harper, loyal, brave and always prepared to watch your back.

The 2nd question concerns your Saxon stories, without giving too much away are we likely to see Eric bloodaxe in your stories? I would imagine Uhtred would have to live to a very old age to meet him. Keep up the good work. Phil