I am currently reading the Sharpe seriies for the second time. I read them through quite quickly the first time because they are so erxciting. You have the ability to tell a rattling good stery. I was also pointed into the direction of the Allinson stories about Hervey. Whilst I have enjoyed these I have to say that your characters have an edge which makes them far more entertaining. My questions are; How can I find out more about the period of the Penninsular wars in a format that is still enjoyable to read, what was your inspiration? Secondly have you ever thought about bringing Patrick Harper and Sharpe back into the conflict based around the Miguelites? After all in The DVD Sharpe’s challenge Patrick does say that he has been too long a soldier to live a totally peaceful life. Something which was not implied in Sharpe’s Devils I have to admit. Thank you for the hours of entertainment you have given me.
Mrs. Ann Crawford