Good morning Bernard,

I am attempting to delve into the history of a Saxon manor in Gargrave North Yorkshire. What I have discovered so far is the the Lord of the manor was Gamal son of (C)Karli, who in turn was the son of Thurbrand the Hold, the feller that, at the behest of King Cnut assassinated Uhtred the Bold. I have managed to piece together the chan of killings down to what appears to be the last act which took place at Settringham in 1073. Trouble is, I am no historian and I have no idea where to keep looking. I was intrigued by the similarities of events that take place in your book The Last Kingdom, which actually stimulated my interest in the swampy field that is all that is left of Gamal’s manor house. Would it be too much for me to as if you have any suggestions as to where to find out more?

Best regards,

Donavon