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I have recently finished the Arthur books. I was completely captivated. Derfel was as real to me as one of my friends. I hated to have the series end. Thank you for your books. I will go on to read others. Judy Bailey

I really appreciate the historic notes at the end of your books. Thank you for taking the time to research and write a fantastic story. I look forward to your next book. Josh Pridgen

Hello Mr.Cornwell, I'd like to say thanks for making such great books. Before I read your Arthur Series, which I started with Excalibur, I never read a whole book, yet even enjoyed a book. Now I have read 7 of your books including the grail quest, and the saxon stories, and numerous other books by different Authors. Because of you I intend to keep reading, and keep enjoying it as well. So I would like to say thanks one more time for your amazing talent of telling a story the way you do. Phillip Dziatkiewicz

Dear Mr. Cornwell: Fate is inexorable! Several weeks ago I came across a discounted copy of The Last Kingdom in a local book store, and up to that point I was unfamiliar with your work. Since then I have read the remaining Saxon novels, have begun reading the Warlord Chronicles, and for some reason, keep referring to everyone who displeases me as an earsling! In all seriousness, I have been enthralled with your writing and I can not wait for Uhtreds next adventure! Thanks for crafting an entertaining and enlightening series of historical fiction. Thanks again, Bill P.S. My Dad is now hooked too!

Dear Mr. Cornwell, After reading the Sharpe Books, The Arthur Books & the Grail Quest Books, I've noticed some of the following characteristics in Richard, Thomas & Derfel. I was wondering if this type of man appeals to you in any particular way or are they more enjoyable to write about. First, all three were born into a somewhat fatherless/parentless childhood. Sharpe, a son a of a whore,father unknown, Thomas, bastard son of a (mad)priest and Derfel, son of a Celtic Lord, unknown to him for years. They were raised without a true father figure in their formative lives. Secondly, all three of these men then went to war at a young age and all three were men of the ranks, infantry. Lastly all three, through the ability & valor rises to command the same type of soldiers they were once themselves. Any connections? Also in reading the comments on your website, many readers are always asking you about other characters and period of history in which you could write about, e.g Robin Hood or the Crusades. I would like to know if you has chosen any new character and a period of history you actually plan on writing about now or after you finish with the Saxon series? What period of English history captures your own reading pleasure? Finally, do you ever get out to Northern California or plan to in the future for any book signing? Thank you Jeff Juri

Good day Mr. Cornwell, this just, and I use the term 'just' as all your other fans most likely do. Well to other terms, I am really happy in saying that I love! And Hate your books, Ha! I mean no offence of course! I have read quite a few of your books as recommended by my mother, and I must say! I incredibly impressed and inspired. Your stories, no your reinactments, keep me from ever letting the book down... I read the Winter King in 2 days it was SO ADDICTING! I never dropped the book while I was on vacation, I also finished the Lords of the North in just a couple days as well... INCREDIBLE stories! Though the reasons I love these stories is because they last so wonderfully long and they keep well inchecked/detailed of the plots and environments the characters are in. I however hate the fact that your rendition completely and totally changed everything I ever knew about Arthur, though I do know there are many stories of Arthur, I take yours version though more deliberate then any. I thank you for that, but wow! As I continue to ramble on and praise you, I think you might want to know that the local stores in my area do not contain any of your older (Well I want the Saxon tales & Arthur's trilogy) books... I find it a travesty! (forgive my spelling, the correct form slip my mind). Well I do hope you take the time to read this as I took the time to ready your books along with their notes at the end I cannot wait to read your many other books, thank you for everything Mr. Bernard Cornwell and please continue writing and researching, and may your shield wall withstand through the night and your men never grow tired! -Nick Lepperd

Sir; Having already read through (and thoroughly enjoyed them all!...)the Sharpe books, I've began rereading "Sharpe's Tiger". And even knowing the final outcome of both the book and entire series, it's remarkable that Hakeswill can still evoke an anxiety and loathing for that character! What a dirtbag! I don't think that even the later and also villainous Ducos has that kind of gut level revulsion. But the writing is just as fresh on a reread, as it was the first time around. --That's the best part.... I can enjoy the books all over again. Thanks for some great reading!--Terry

I just purchased your video series of Sharpe. It's most wonderful, and I wonder, will there be any more? It's absolutely wonderful! I have read or listened to all the Sharpe series, and more. I am so pleased they are coming out in audio. My eyes are not what they were. You might not think a woman can appreciate the series, but the historical and emotional content is irresistible. Thank you so much for the series. It is wonderful. Pat Neese

Have all Sharpe, Starbuck (need more), Arthur, Grail and have just bought Lords of the North (book 3)only to discover I've an excuse to buy more of your great books. Thanks. Lyn Pulford

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I happened to get one of your series (Harlequin, ...) recommended by a friend on the Internet, and when I started to read it, I was instantly hooked. I love to read historical novels, especially of that early time up to 17th century, and so far I don't recall reading any books that were better then yours. I can't put into words how much I liked that series, and I also read the Arthur's saga, which I found a bit weaker after Thomas' adventures, but still a really great read. Now I just finished reading the series about Uhtred and King Alfred and I was really really sorry that it was over, because it was by far the best from the books I have read from you so far. I do hope that you keep that promise from the last page, where you say that there is more to come and Uhtred needs Serpent-Breath again. At least I hope that this was not just some clever ending line, but a promise to continue with this series. :) I felt a bit sorry, that each of these books had "only" three volumes, because I would have happily read another twelve volumes each. :) But I do appreciate it that you made an excellent work and brought it to a good closure, as I'm quite disappointed about other writers, like Robert Jordan, who seem to loose their focus and drag on endlessly, thus ruining a good story. Since I prefer books from that older age, I hope that there is more coming from you. I haven't heard about that Sharpe's series until I looked for more books from you, and heard only the best. So if they are as well written as the medieval books I certainly will enjoy them, and I just ordered the first book of that series. I hope that you wont forget the Saxons, Danes, Scots (you haven't written from their perspective so far so it might be a nice hint. :) ) and other tribes of that time and that we hear still more of them in the future. Sincerely yours, Gerhard (Austria)