I have been a fan of yours since I discovered Sharpe’s Gold in Wilson’s bookshop in Liverpool, so long ago. I cannot find the words to express my appreciation for the years of continuing pleasure, you have given me. I must admit though, that my interest was sparked by reading the books of Alexander Kent, aka Douglas Reeman, and his works featuring Richard Bolitho, I picked up Sharpe’s Gold many times before I bought it, until I became hooked on uncovering the History and events that featured in the Napoleonic Wars. The next logical step was to discover stories of the land engagements, and your books have satisfied that no end. My thanks are profound for the many years of enjoyment, I have had from Richard Sharpe and Patrick Harper. I have read many of your other books now and enjoy them immensely, but I still wait eagerly for the next Shape book to be published. Thank you for the joy and pleasure of your storytelling. here is hope that Sharpe and Harper will march for many years to come. Mark Sheridan