Sir, I have recently finished reading “The Burning Land” and am absolutely enthralled with this series as I love my history, especially that of my Anglo Saxon heritage. I too am from the south, albeit further south than yourself (Poole) but my parents and many of my ancestors are from your neck of the woods in London, Essex way. I’m currently building a family tree and am quite intrigued to see that my ancestry, like yours is very much London, Essex until I recently discovered my direct lineage is now also from the North East like Uhtred, who you say is based upon one of your ancestors, so makes me enjoy the book even more, so may I say thank you very much. Also can’t wait for the next book on Uhtred. Anyway must go now as I have to watch Germany beat Spain with my beautiful German Wife and kids. Kind regards. Ricky