Hi Bernard, I just wanted to thank you for the many hours of wonderful reading that you have given me over the years. I am originally from Basildon but now live in Toronto with my wife, who is originally from South Benfleet, and my son. As I am sure you can appreciate it has been a joy to read about Uhtred and his travels through Mercia, Wessex and East Anglia. All those familiar names and places….wonderful. I will certainly grab a copy of the next instalment when it comes out next month(or more likely have one of my family send me a copy given that it doesn’t come out in Canada until early next year). Interestingly I see that the helmet displayed on your website appears to be very similar to that on display at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk. I was fortunate enough to live near Sutton Hoo prior to leaving for Canada and visited quite often. I found it absolutely amazing being so close to objects dating back a thousand years. I also lived in Maldon , which I am sure you are aware was the site of yet another conflict between Vikings and Saxons in 991AD. I have always been fascinated by history and thoroughly enjoy how you bring it to life. So once again thank-you. Do you have any plans to visit the Toronto area? Anyway I will not take up anymore of your time. Kind Regards Doug Wicks