Dear Mr Cornwell. Just finished “The Fort” and I was wondering, given the extensive research you undertake, do you consider your works as bona fide pieces to be studied along side actual non fiction works, given that Wikipedia has made reference to “The Fort” in relation to the Penobscot expedition and given that non fiction books are not always totally factual, mostly written from the author’s bias. And any educated speculation you make might just be closer to the truth than what might be offered in non fiction? Because I’m probably shamed to say most of my English historical knowledge is gleaned from yours and other historical novels. Let’s face it, novels are more fun to read. I’m a huge fan of Australian and English military history.

My other point is were you careful to write “the Fort” from as much of an American POV to avoid the lynch mob? I liked the book but found it less entertaining than the Arthur, Sharpe and Saxon books, (sorry) just anxiously waiting for the next one. Thanks for your time.

Adrian