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Sorry to see your request not to send book ideas. Nevertheless, hope you would consider a book or series based on the Roman occupation of Britain. I have no writing skills, so I have no interest in claiming ownership of the idea. Walt

I have been a fan of yours since I discovered Sharpe's Gold in Wilson's bookshop in Liverpool, so long ago. I cannot find the words to express my appreciation for the years of continuing pleasure, you have given me. I must admit though, that my interest was sparked by reading the books of Alexander Kent, aka Douglas Reeman, and his works featuring Richard Bolitho, I picked up Sharpe's Gold many times before I bought it, until I became hooked on uncovering the History and events that featured in the Napoleonic Wars. The next logical step was to discover stories of the land engagements, and your books have satisfied that no end. My thanks are profound for the many years of enjoyment, I have had from Richard Sharpe and Patrick Harper. I have read many of your other books now and enjoy them immensely, but I still wait eagerly for the next Shape book to be published. Thank you for the joy and pleasure of your storytelling. here is hope that Sharpe and Harper will march for many years to come. Mark Sheridan

I have been a massive fan of yours since first reading 'The Winter King' and have read all of your releases since. Having an interest in ancient British history myself I have really appreciated the style in which you write. The great deal of thought which you obviously put into every element of your novels and the degree of research really enables the reader to transport themself into the setting of the story. I recently found a copy of 'Scoundrel' and having never heard of it made the purchase. I read the cover and was a little unsure as to whether I would really enjoy it. Once again your talent shone through and I was thoroughly engrossed. Great story, great characters. A pity that Seamus died though. I have also found your books inspiring in many ways. The 'warrior spirit' practically drips of the pages and as a Royal Marines Commando this appeals to me greatly. I now have the enjoyable task of starting my journey through all the Sharpe series. I loved the Starbuck chronicles and am sure the smell of gunpowder and the sounds of 19th century battlefields will be brought to life soon. Thankyou Sir for sharing your amazing talent. My best regards to you for further success. Graham Lovell

I have really enjoyed the Sharpe books over the years. I recently found a grave stone in my loacl church yard you might like to know about. Its of an old soldier called James Wakeling of the 4th regiment of foot. It list his engagements of 14 battles. In 1799 under H.R.H. Duke of York in Holland. In 1806 under General Whitlock in south America storming Bueros Ayres. In 1809 under the Earl of Chatham at the siege of Flushing. Then list the battles he was in under General Moore and Lord Wellington in France Spain and Portugal. 1 Nive, 2 Nvelle, 3 Pyrenees, 4 Vittora, 5 Salamanca, 6 Corunna, 7 Vimera, 8 Rolica, 9 Ciudad Rodrico, 10 Orthes, 11 Toulones. He died in sept. 27th 1865. The grave stone has been restored and the lettering painted black so it can be read. This is all in a little grave yard in Hatfield Peverel, Essex.
Robert Mowlam-Tett

Dear Mr. Cornwell. I am a big admirer of you work. I have bought every book in the Sharpe series except two, one being the new book and the other I cannot find, I have all the Starbuck Cronicles, all the Arthur books, all the Saxon stories and I am currently reading the Grail Quest series. I have never found an author before you that I have enjoyed each book more than the last. I happened upon you work through the Sharpe replays on UK T.V. Gold and found myself wondering whether I would enjoy the books as much as the television programme. I actually enjoyed the books more than the programme and have been buying more and more of your books since I bought 'Sharpes Tiger'. While I must confess a fondness for the Sharpe series and an anticipation for the new book, when I find the time and money to buy it, I must admit I am looking forward to the next installment of the Starbuck series more. I have found myself growing more fond of the Confederate Generals of Robert .E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson and Old Pete Longstreet the more I find out about them. I look forward to the time when Starbuck goes into Battle at Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg. I want to thank you for the stories and characters that you have created if only for the enjoyment I have recieved from them. I hope you will continue the Starbuck Cronicles sometime in the future as it would be a shame for his story to end after Antietam when the Confederacy has more interesting times ahead. Your fan, Martyn Russell.

Dear Mr Cornwell,Having just read the final page of Sharpe's Fury,once again Richard and yourself have warrented the Telgraph comment that you are both national treasures.I don't normally read the same book twice but with Sharpe and his chosen men it's different, I feel as if I'm there with them in their wanderings through Spain and Portugal,with the description of each engagement leaving nothing to the imagination,long may he and Patrick keep marching.

R N Kettlewell

Dear Mr Cornwell Thank you once again for the many hours of pleasure and interest your books have given me. No matter the subject of your novels they all bring history alive. I am a keen fan of Sharpe and while the current series of books fills in gaps in Sharpe's career and brings back to life many of the interesting characters from the first series, I miss the mystery about what is going to happen to Sharpe, knowing that he survive at least into the 1820's. Having said that I really can't wait to see what happens to Sharpe after the Fury. I also hope that you will return to Starbuck in the not too distant future as I rate the four Starbuck Chronicles as the best American Civil War novels I have ever read. Finally I regret that you have not turned your talents to a Scots historical novel. What a story you could tell from that nation's rich history. However, perhaps that is too much to ask of you. John Pilkington

Hello, just to say a big thankyou for your patience at the recent Nottingham event, you signed a fair few books for us and it was really appreciated. Dave.

I'm sure you get lots of emails regarding your work but this is one from a dyslexic who had never read a book before being given one of yours from my wife, and I'm now an avid fan. I admire your inventiveness and the way your books stimulate the imagination. Keep up the good work. Harlequin awaits me. Might even try to emulate you one day when I get a minute to myself. Anyway enough of the back slapping from a fellow Brit.
George

I got interested in your Sharpe Series by watching the BBC series. I was very interested and started investigating all of your other book series. I am now busy trying to collect the Winter King and The Pale Horseman. I had not known of your novels as they had been out for quite some time but now am a avid fan of your work. With great anticipation I will await your future works as I had thought quality historical novels were a thing of the past. I believe you write a good story and I think you could teach a lot of authors how to do it properly. Please continue your work as I will continue to read these novels. Chris Flint