Hi Bernard,

I just wanted to drop you a friendly message to say how much I thoroughly enjoy your work – particularly Sharpe (I’ve not long finished Sharpe’s Eagle). For me what I love is the meticulous nature in the way the background information has been researched and written (it’s really informative and educational and the ‘Historical notes’ are excellent).

I actually struggled to read when I was younger and I certainly found it difficult to get into books. However, reading Shapes Tiger started a love of literature and learning. I recently completed my PhD and I would say that your work has helped me to fall in love with reading, research and developing understanding.

I have also recently watched the last kingdom (I do intent to read the books too) and I learnt so much about the history of the UK (which I never would have known). So I suppose I just wanted to drop you a message to say ‘Thank you’ for writing such excellent books and helping to develop a love for reading and learning in an individual that has struggled in the past.

Kind regards,

Jack Wells