Dear Bernard
I have read all you historical novels and am really looking forward to September and the release of The Pagan Lord.
You have covered so many of my favourite chapters of history. And I was thinking where you might (or could) go next. The Sharpe’s, Thomas’s, Uhtred’s, Logan’s and Starbucks of this world would suit a Pirate’s life very well I believe. They are all buccaneers of their time, love fighting against the odds and following now laws but their own. And the period and location we associate with pirates does give a character and writer amazing freedom to go anywhere! I loved Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey series for that reason, the sea is a cruel mistress! I know Pirates are a bit in fashion now but you could work your magic and create another legendary character better than any present ones!
I would enjoy reading any new works, as long as they do not stop you from taking Uhtred back to his impenetrable fortress by the sea!
All the very best to you.
James