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Mr. Cornwell I just wanted to write you and say Thank you. I first discovered The Winter King a few years back and I have read nothing else from any author since. I must have read each book in the Warlord Chronicles 50 times and they don't get old. With the Sharpe Novels it's like The real Neverending story that doesn't become dry and redundan. But now I've found the Saxon Tales and I have never in any book, movie, or anything like them become so entranced within a story every time I open a cover it transports me so that I am standing next to Uhtred after a battle or making Alfred upset. I didnt mean to go into a long spiel like a schoolgirl, I just wanted to say thank you. Trey Spivey Georia,USA

I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your books!
Bruce Woodworth

Dear Mister Cornwell, I am writing this mail from Germany. I spend the whole summer reading the complete Saxon stories ( in English ). Looking urgently forward to reading the fifth novel. Outstanding work. Many greetings, Ulf Gruenrock

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I have now completed the reading of the three first books in the Saxon Stories and I have enjoyed it. I have now asked the local bookstore to see if the next one in paperback is on sale here in Norway. By the way shieldfort in nordic is skjoldborg. Best wishes and I hope for more interesting books from you! Best wishes Halstein Baltzersen

Mr Cornwell, how can I say other than all of your books fascinate me except the "modern novels" I think your characters blend into history to such an extent that the reader feels the time and place. I am from the North East of England and many is the time I have cycled past the Bamburgh Castle area, reading the Saxon Novels takes me back into the area with ease. From Sharpe to Stonehenge I have to date collected all the books and am now on my third read of the Saxons, almost finished Swordsong again. We believe our family arrived in the UK just before the Norman Conquest and have part traced family from Kent to Eire and back to the North East where one of our ancestors was hung for being a Catholic after supporting the Cavalier Cause. Spent some years at sea as a Marine Engineer and got to see the world in fair detail. Even now when I see a particular place on the TV the smell is as real as the time of the visit. Keep writing those great books, you are one of 4 authors I can read over and over again. Best wishes Ernie Terry.

Dear Bernard, I have just bought Azincourt and am looking forward to another good read !!! I was hoping for another book in the Saxon Stories, or dare I say it, the Starbuck Chronicles. Both series seem to have left the main characters with unfinished business. I hope there are more to come in both series - I particularly want to hear more about Uhtred. Please put me out of my suspense !!! With best wishes, John

Like many I really enjoy your writing and think the title 'Britain's storyteller' suits you well. I love History, especially of this sceptered isle and your novels make it live and encourage others to do the same. My son was never much of a reader, until introduced to your novels, the Sharpe series. He then introduced me to the Warlord Chronicles, the finest yet. I'm glad they are your favourites and agree they would make a fantastic film. Reassurance to the girl who had a crush on Galahad, he did have a lover Leanor, one of the Harpist's who died in the first winter after the fall of Ynes Trebes. Perhaps a reason he never loved again? A noble character. Looking forward to the next Uhtred book, visited Bamburgh for the first time after starting this series, fantastic area. Colin Morris

FYI and in regard to my earlier comment #77 on Brochs and Duns. Brochs were a special form of circular dwelling around pre-Christian or Christian era. Considered an "extreme form of a defended homestead". They appear mostly in Scotland. Duns are similar. They appear to be built by families to protect themselves and livestock from intruders. Knowing your interest in British Isles history you really will find them interesting. I have visited several and would recommend you do the same. One good reference for them is "Guide to prehistoric Scotland, Richard Feacher. They appear to be a castle prototype as they are made of stone, with walls over 5 meters thick with lower area for livestock, middle for living etc. They were mini fortifications and I think you will find them fascinating. I have visited Dun Telve and Dun Troddan both close to each other and very fine examples that will send your mind wondering into their realm. I think they can provide true insight into a different kind of rural life during periods you write about. The country side they reside in is quite spectacular. Best wishes.
Jack Raddatz

Dear Sir, I was introduced to your books through watching Sharpe on tv and was instantly hooked, I have since started to read the Saxon stories and I read the grail quest earlier this year. My dad borrowed me the Starbuck chronicles which I loved but when I went online to order the next chapter I found the series ended in 1996. I must insist you pull your finger out and get Nate on the march asap, many thanks Scott.

Mr. Cornwell- I'm e-mailing on the feral hope that you paddle through all the critics responding to your books. Please allow me to first say, Thank you for your time, dedication and entertainment!! I was tickled when I started your Saxon series. I have to admit, I have a not so secret crush on Uhtred; I love his rash personality and his ability to love and hate the very same people. His loyalty to his oaths is boggling, but I could expect no less from this warrior. Your sometimes violent yet wildly engaging story line is held close to my literary heart and earns a well-earned spot on our family bookshelf. I am looking forward to supporting your talent and enchantment-flowing pen. Thank you again, for your enthusiasm and the enjoyment you've brought into my home. I can't wait to read on with this series and to begin a new set. (I hope the rumor of the Saxon series living on is true). With sincere thanks and overwhelming respect, and as one of newest unwavering fans following your opus of staggering value, Tia Oakman