I have just finished reading ‘Azincourt’ and wanted to thank you for writing such a brilliant book especially pleased that you’ve set it in a new period. I loved the descriptions of life in the 15th century army, maybe not overly keen on the detail of putting out archers’ eyes, but definitely happy as you introduced horses in this novel. I don’t suppose you remember but I attended the talk you gave at the Hay-on-Wye festival many years ago and asked ‘why don’t horses feature in the Sharpe novels’? And I can recall your reply- ‘I don’t know enough about horses so wouldn’t put them in as some-one would definitely write and say I’d got information wrong’ I did offer to be your equine proof reader but you’ve obviously found a very knowledgeable person as the detail was all accurate. Will you be writing a sequel? Best wishes for the coming festive season. Karen