DEAR WALLY LAMB..........

I'm almost finished with you most recent book; I'm enjoying it very much. Quite amitious in scope; I suggest you limit the time frame in your next effort. ("Write what you know," - isn't that what the professionals suggest?) Maybe a less disturbing central plot also. I suppose it is somewhat presumptuous of me to make suggestions, but I am a writer also, as this blog provides evidence of such. I suppose also, that if sales are a measure of success then you must be considered more successful writer than myself. But if success is measured by the number of people who enjoy the results of your efforts, well, then I suppose you again must be considered more successful than myself. After further consideration, I concede that you are a more successful writer than I, regardless of what measure is utilized.

But, enough about me.
I am enjoying your book, despite the all too frequent time frame changes, the too many characters that nobody could possibly care about, (I especially loathe the mother of the car accident victim) and the too many historical references that cannot be verified, and must therefore be considered coincidental and contrived.
You are one of the favorite authors of my twin daughters. (Twins are unique - you should write a book that evolves around a pair. I know this book mentions twins, but why does one have to chop off his hand? Isn't being a twin interesting enough? I think you went too far here.)
Anyway, one of my twins lent me your book. This is a big deal because she is very protective of her books. Also, I'm not known to take care of books, although most of the books I've ruined have fallen into the pool. No pool here; just an ocean.
The book is holding up well, though the sea air seems to be loosening the binding somewhat. Still, I think my daughter will consider it returned in satisfactory condition .

But, in case it doesn't, please send me a new copy. You might as well autograph it as well -
"To Sara, one of your father's best accomplishments." (That's just a suggestion - write any inscription you think appropriate, though I would like to see it before you actually write it in the book.)
Please utilize the vast array of resources you have to determine my address (and last name.)

Thanks! You're one of the best.