I began reading this series when I was in high school. As you’ve previously mentioned the formation of England is largely ignored in mainstream history and, being Canadian, I had no idea. I’ve always been ignorant of the Saxon history so during many of the books I’ve been om the edge of my seat, wondering what will happen. As the series got more popular ( and became a tv show which I love) and as its gone on, listening to interviews with you and everything. I don’t fear for Uhtred. I know he’ll be at Brunanburh, i know he’ll die an old man with his hand clutched firmly around his hilt. But every time I pick up a new Saxon Chronicle book I fear deeply for Finan’s life. Thank you for keeping him alive, thank you for your stories, and please, let Finan die of old age in the bed of a woman he enjoys.
Matt