Hello Mr. Cornwell,

I’ve been rereading the Saxon books in eager anticipation of War Lord’s publication this fall. The series has given my father and me many hours of joy and something to share with each other, so I thank you heartily for writing them.

I have a question, though, that’s occurred to me while rereading the series. In The Last Kingdom you mostly use “Destiny is all” as the translation of Uhtred’s catchphrase, before switching primarily to the more familiar “Fate is inexorable” in subsequent books. I was wondering why this is so? It seems the tv series has opted for “Destiny is all” as well. I apologize if this has been asked before!

Thank you again and warmest regards,

Shane Majszak