Having read almost all your books, I am always trolling the store looking for the next work. I was expecting another Saxon Story, but was delighted to find “The Fort”. I pride myself on my historical knowledge and I must admit that I miss this one completely. What I do know is that you have captured the essence of the ridiculous personal failings of the leaders of the expedition and the competence and humanity of the British–normally portrayed as mean and nasty–I believe you used the word supercilious…good word. Thanks for keep me up–again–for two nights. My very best regards, Wallace R. Langston St. Louis, MO