Hello, have read all the Sharpe books and think they are really brilliant! I wondered if you could tell me about the character of Louisa who ends up leaving the missionaries to marry Blas-Vivar. Was she based on anyone real? If so could you give me any details of where I might read about it? I find it really interesting that in times of war, normal rules don’t apply and people get away with doing all sorts of things they couldn’t do normally! I would love to know where I can read about similar true life events at this time. I think that alot of your female characters are very interesting and entertaining! My favourite book is Sharpe’s Trafalgar, this week, I change my mind all the time about that! Would love to hear from you Thanks very much Clare Keim