When I took grandchildren to Barnes & Noble bookstore, I browsed–and I purchased in paperback Sword Song (which I read first), and Agincourt, which I read second. You have me hooked, even though I thought the 1st book “bloody” beyond words; however, I realize that probably that was THE WAY back in those times. Consequently, I have purchased online the first two Saxon Chronicle books, hardcover; and the hardback of Agincourt to give to my younger son, who was at one time an archer. . . You have explained (at the back of Agincourt) the true history of the longbow–I had heard of the longbow, but NEVER understood its significance in English history. Thank you for taking me on a trip to–I surely can’t say “Merry ol’ England”–but to a period of time in which I am very thankful I did not live; however, being of English ancestry (both sides) obviously my tough ancestors DID live in that time, and I appreciate your knowledge, your interest, and your diligence into weaving it all into VERY READABLE history, certainly mesmerizing tales for us ordinary citizens. I READ Agincourt until the wee hours of the morning on New Year’s! Oh,not being well versed in English history at all, I HAD to find out who WON that battle–I had heard, too, of the Battle of Agincourt–but had no knowledge of it other than it had SOME significance. Thanks! Elfreth