Hi Bernard,

Loved the Last Kingdom adaptation and thought the characters are really well developed in general. I did just have a question regarding Utred’s motivation for raiding into Cornwallum despite the peace treaty, and his subsequent surprise at being castigated for this violation of previously peaceful relations. Was he merely in need of bolstering his gold reserves? And given his surprise at being punished, did he really think this would be seen as legitimitate behaviour in law-loving Alfred’s land?

Any enlightenment would be great!

Thanks

Mungo Haldane