Dear Mr. Cornwell, First I would like to thank you for re-introducing me to fiction at the tender age of 30! I began with the Arthur trology, then Stonehenge and am now reading the final part of the Grail trilogy – and what a thoroughly enjoyable ride it has been. As an Anglo-Saxon re-enacter, you can imagine my excitement when I heard about The Last Kingdom. I’m so pleased you have chosen to write about such an exciting time in English history and, unfortunately, an often neglected one. I’m sure you will do the period justice. Many thanks for all your hard work and for allowing me to share in the fruits of your labour. All the best to you and your family. Stephen White