Donna

Donna asked Charles Todd:

Hello, I just received my copy of A Christmas Witness and I am so looking forward to reading it!! The Ian Rutledge mysteries were one of my mom's and my favorite English mystery series and enjoyed sharing the books. Unfortunately, my mom passed away last year, so I won't be able to discuss it with her. But it really brings back fond memories of our discussions of Ian and our hopes that there will be more?

Charles Todd Dear Donna:

Sadly Caroline passed in 2021. It has taken this long to settle the estate. Martch 10, 2026 A Day of Judgement (A IRutledge Myatery Novel) will be released and is available for pre order now. I just turned in the manuscript for the next Bess Crawford mystery novel on August 1, 2025 aqnd it will come out after A Day of Judgement. I am currently half way through writing the next Rutledge Mystery Novel. Althoug it was difficult writing with out Caroline (My Mother) it has been cathardic as well. I hope you enjoy these books. Stau tuned!

All the Best,
Chalres

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Thomas A Layne MD

Thomas A Layne MD asked Charles Todd:

Having read your books from day one am very sorry to hear about your mother. Please do me a favor. Let Rutledge marry Kate and find peace with Hamish before the series ends? Thank you, Thomas Layne

Kim Bancroft

Kim Bancroft asked Charles Todd:

I've just listened to all the Rutledge books & they're outstanding! Thank you so much for this wonderful character & the descriptions of this era. Unfortunately some books haven't been audio recorded & other audio recorded books in the series aren't available in the UK. Can you say if these will ever be available in the UK? And will the next book be audio recorded for the release date?

Pamela Hofman

Pamela Hofman asked Charles Todd:

You have my sincerest condolences. Writing aside, I know how it feels to lose a beloved mother. I wish you peace of heart and know her memory will be a blessing for you and your family. Apparently, I can't post without a question mark so here it is?

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