Dear Mr. Cornwell: I must confess, I am not a very well read person. I have MAYBE read 10 books in my entire life (40 yrs), cover to cover. I feel that is about to change. I was in an airport and picked up a copy of “The Last Kingdom”. I found myself not wanting to put the book down, nor did I want the story to end. For some reason the life of Uhtred Ragnarson spoke to me, although I understand that the story is ultimately Alfred’s. I am very much looking forward to the continuation. Thank you for the journey. Mark