First of all, let me say that the Saxon Tales are simply the best historical fiction ever written.  Don’t just take my word for it, I have turned a couple of dozen people on to them and everyone agrees – so awesome, awesome work there, keep them coming.  Now, my request…  I have been researching my wife’s family history and have traced her Crawford heritage back to Thorlongus of Mercia as he is credited as the founder of Clan Crawford when he fled Mercia for Scotland during the Norman invasion.  Subsequent research has led me to believe that Thorlongus was the grandson of Elfwina of Mercia, who in turn appears to be the granddaughter of none other than Alfred the Great.  I was wondering if, without any additional work for you, if your research for your novels could bear any of this out.  I have no idea how I would compensate you for your assistance – other than to say that I buy every book you write.  Any help you could give would be greatly, greatly appreciated!!!!

Kevin Boyles,

Baxter, MInnesota