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Hi I would just like to say a massive thank you for years of quality reading ! From the winter king to the saxon chronicles and everything in between  I can always rely on your books  to be a bloody good read and to fuel my interest in history once again thanks

James Jones

Sir,

Like many I have a fascination with early British history. I started the Last Kingdom about 10 days ago and just finished Sword Song. I really applaud the research you pour into your books, and love the notes at the end. You bring Anglo-Saxon England to life. I am getting ready to tackle the Winter King, who doesn't love the tale of Arthur. I was very fortunate to have Early British Literature in college with an amazing monk who would move flawlessly from Latin to Old Irish and Old English.

Once again thank you for your amazing works.

v/r Anthony (Tony) O'Connor

Just finished your 9th book about Uhtred. Another masterpiece.  Could not put it down. It arrived in Las Vegas, NV Tuesday, and I reluctantly finished it Friday. First discovered you (and Sharpe) in the Air University Library, Maxwell AFB, Ala. when I was a research historian. Like Sharpe, I rose from the ranks and retired as a USAF Captain.  At first I just borrowed your books but now have almost everything you've written. Amazon UK sends me the latest book as soon as it's released, so I probably have the first copy in Las Vegas. It already went into the bookcase I have reserved for you. Well done with what happened to Brida.  Like you, I was born in England, grew up in Ipswich, but emigrated to Phoenix in 1963.  The USAF sent me on 2 foreign assignments--RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, where I was the wing historian, and RAF Alconbury near Huntingdon where I was the Public Affairs Officer.  My wife really enjoyed the first episode of The Last Kingdom but was surprised  I knew most of the story.  So far it's been well done. BBC America offered me episode 2 and I've almost succumbed to the lure of Uhtred on demand. Could not resist reading  Warriors of the Storm so quickly. It grabbed me right from the start. Thanks again for the wonderful stories you have given us.

Barry Anderson

Hello Mr. Cornwell,

I have been a fan of your writing some time, ever since I first read the Winter King. The Warlord Chronicles inspired me to have an open outlook on history and the world, and opened my eyes to the cultural changes occurring in pre-Saxon Britain, inspiring me to learn history. I also have done some writing on my own, nothing notable however and I have never finished a story. Today I am a full time student, and it has been over a decade since reading that first book, and I continue to read each one that comes out. I wanted to say thank you for the inspiration you gave me to learn more about my heritage, and say that someday I hope to do something as impactful as you have done through your books.

Ashton Baker-Dickinson

Waterloo -

In the beginning you ask the question does the world need yet another analysis of the battle of Waterloo? Emphatically the answer is yes. But only if that book is the type that you have given us on the subject.

Thanks, be well,

Rick

Dear Mr Cornwell,

I'm sorry if this email is somewhat dull. I guess it should be seeing that I love Game of Thrones and A Song of Ice and Fire, and if they are so dull, I guess I would be a dull person because only dull people can like dull shows.

Let me point out to you that Game of Thrones is anything BUT dull. It is full to the brim with political intrigue, history, dynamic characters, REAL character, the gruesome parts of life and the beautiful parts of life etc. etc. etc.

I could go on about the realistic matters of war and the way magic has been masterfully woven into the story but that would make this email much longer.

However, I just had a thought. Why should I care what one person thinks of this masterpiece while there are many, many other critics and authors who have called George R.R. Martin the new Tolkien. Unless Tolkien is too dull for you as well?

Have a splendid day at your writing desk for I do not doubt your expertise except for on this one matter.

Yours Sincerely,

Cameron Bajraktarevic-Hayward

 

Thank you for your words on Game of Thrones.  I presume you have seen South Park's own Game of Thrones episodes where they complain and sing about the number of penises throughout.

I'm looking forward to The Last Kingdom and hope it shows up on BBC Canada.

Sarah Thring

Bernard,

I just finished THE EMPTY THRONE tonight, and figured I would check this site to see if you have finished the next Uhtred book.  Much to my surprise, I saw that the new L.K. TV series was airing tonight. Luckily, I hopped up from my bed ran downstairs and recorded the late broadcast! I just wanted to say thank you for the great stories over the years. I have spent many late nights, after a hard days work, reading and enjoying your tales. Especially the Uhtred chronicles, Archers tales, & Arthur series. I can't wait to watch the new show. I look forward to many more! MORE Swords, shields, warlords, and battles!

Again thank you sir.

Scott Jenkins

First of all, I am truly sorry I did not start reading your books sooner.  I tend to read books in a series one after the other before I start on another writer.  I am now reading your Sharpe series and they are so realistic I feel I am right there on the battlefield.  What I want to say about the Spain and Portugal books is, I am one of those die hard Lord Byron fans and when I came to this part of your series (1809) it dawned on me that Lord Byron was there during that time, so I got out his journal & letters to re-read them, and he does mention in the letters the war going on and seeing the French prisoners, etc.   That is all I wanted to say, and I hope you continue writing such great books.

Your new fan,

Joyce Gibbons

I have enjoyed your writings for 3 decades now, currently in my 60's and still get a frissom of excitement when i spot your latest on the shelf! No technical nerdy questions for you, no plea for the next as i understand each book has its own gestation period and must develop naturally, they cannot be forced. Wish i had several first editions of sharp, as i see you do! Fancy that, the author missing out! But a heartfelt thank you for so much reading joy. Watched all the sharp films, was given the full set, and also realised within 15mins of the first one that they would not mirror the books,so just enjoyed the theatre... good entertainment.

thankyou again for all your effort in providing such literary joy.... please come back to visit us in the UK soon...

regards

Nigel

Dear, Mr. Cornwell.

Like you I cut my teeth on Horatio Hornblower, moving on to Kent and Pope. Then on tv one lazy Sunday afternoon was Sharpe's Rifles. I was instantly enthralled by the action, the suspense, the romance and the humour. I even refer to the new employees under my command as The Chosen Men, adding the "Well I didn't choose ya" to the confusion of those under me. If Arnold Schwarzenegger is The Last Action Hero, then Richard Sharpe is the first. The books are a prized addition to my collection. Thank you for creating such a remarkable and relatable hero.

Cameron Truesdell