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Hello, I have read and thoroughly enjoyed a number of your books, mostly from the Sharpe series and several of the Arthur group. I have great fondness for Derfel. So thank you for providing this fine reading material for us. Dean Ezell PS When I was last on Cape Cod ( at Woods Hole for 3 summers in the early 60s ) lobster was about $1.00 a pound from a small local wholesaler.

Dear Mr Cornwell, just a short note to say how great the Saxon Stories are! I can sincerely say that these books are not disappointing. From start to finish I was intrigued on the fresh events and how they unfold. Many thanks again for the Great Read! Kind Regards Mark Jones P.S Can't wait for Sword Song.

But seriously, at least give Starbuck, another story and kill him off or something. This is seriously causing me a lot of stress and affecting my sanity (LOL.)
Matt Murphy

I love your saxon stories! While waiting for the next tale of Uhtred, I read the books about Arthur and Derfel. I would have liked to have seen Derfel do away with the saint Samsun. Derfel had such a ordeal during his life, it would have been good if he could have made a nice little mess of the spineless villain Samsun. Anyways I loved reading about your vision of Arthur... Read them all 3 times..... Thank you Sir, I didn't like to read very much until I found the Last Kingdom. Now I can't get enough!!! thanks again.
Randy Ellis

Hello Bernard, simply want to say that whenever I have felt down I have always sought out one of your books from my shelf and lost myself in it. They always lift me and I lose myself in your world, be it through Derfel's eyes or Sharpe or today Uhtred! It totally lifts me...thank you so much for these unbeatable books. I can't wait for my sons to be old enough to enjoy them. I have just seen the new Saxon book due to come out and can't wait. sincere regards, Mark

I have a nearly unreasonably strong interest in mythology, the legends of Arthur in particular. I recently found the book Excalibur on the shelf of my public library and was instantly drawn in. I deeply admire the way the characters are displayed in this story, especially the Christian/Pagan struggle. I have long seen the idea of Arthur legend being Christian as hypocritical, given all the magic in them. I also appreciate the way magic is shown in the books- never completely asserted as either existent or nonexistent. Just as in reality, it is up to the reader to decide. On a separate note, I noticed in the questions section of the website that while you would not read manuscripts, you'd be happy to buy and read books once published. I wrote a book called Briars and it is published on www.Lulu.com. Though I am sure you are very busy, I hope that you get a chance to read it. Ilana Strauss

dear Mr. Cornwell, I am writing to let you know how much I have enjoyed your books. Up until April of this year I had only read the Sharpe books and thought they were great. Then I bought the Grail series and was blown away, I could not put them down, they were excellent. After this I started on the Starbuck books followed by Rebel again both great reads. Starbuck was amazing I have yet to find any of your books lacking all are great and I enjoy how you describe the battles. I have just started the Warlord chronicles and cannot wait for the story to unfold as you say they are your favorites. I will continue to read your novels as I have become a massive fan keep up the good work thanks for the hours of enjoyment.John Paul.

Dear Mr.Cornwell, I have just finished reading 'Excalibur'. What a wonderful book. What a wonderful trilogy of books. I cried throughout the end of Excalibur! Having been very interested in Arthurian legend, since reading many years ago Tennyson's 'Morte d'Arthur', I found your writing on the subject fascinating. Thank you for such superb entertainment. I now have a copy of your 'Stonehenge' to bury myself in. I have also read 'The Grail Quest'-another wonderful series. Thank you yet again for the interesting characters, from your books, that have been brought into my home recently! Splendid!
Carole

My Dear Bernard Cornwell, I would like to Congratulation you for your amazing books!You write in a irresistible and charming way, and for sure, I would love to sit and talk to you, as you look like a amazing person, you´ve got a fan, best wishes, Raíssa

Some mumble-gosh years ago (1981?) I discovered my first Sharpe book in a second-hand bookstore, where it had been remaindered. Unbelievable now, but 'tis true. It was, by memory, "Sharpe's Company'. And very fortuitous, too: because Sharpe and Harper have kept me company ever since. I have every book you've published, and every member of my family has read them all. "Buy your own, you bounders!" I cry. "Mr. Cornwell must eat, in order to have the strength to write more!" But they prefer that I should part with my hard-earned dollars, thereby ensuring we both starve. They are cruel and heartless beasts, with hearts of stone. Thanks for writing, Mr Cornwell. You spin a great yarn. I often wonder where you're about to go with your next book, or series. Meeting Sharpe and Harper again is always a pleasure, Thomas of Hookton and I communed long into the night, Uhtred is an honoured guest, and always at my table is Arthur and Derfel, providing me with great satisfaction at the way that poltroon Lancelot was dealt to. Why is it that everyone else treats that swine as some sort of romantic gilded lily? I liked the brief meeting with the son of Sharpe in the Starbuck stories - and I know full well that the lad, or his progeny, will never sail to New Zealand. Why? because the British were outfought, out-thunk, and out-strategised by the Maori during our bitter 19th century wars. Once again, gentle sir; thanks. And what are you doing reading this pap when you could be writing? With great regards, and the very best of wishes... Allan.