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Dear Sir I am writing to say what a wonderful trilogy of books your last one has been. My father and I both adore your books, although I am sorry to say I havent read any of your Sharpe books, but I adore the tv screenings. My favourite so far has to be the "Winter King" trilogy, just amazing. I appreciate you must be terribly busy and hate to bother you, but I wonder if I could ask if there is going to be a follow up to the Uhtred story...the last lines of the last page seem to hint at this and I hope and pray that you will continue this wonderful series. However, plesae just accept one tiny piece of criticism...my Dad and I think you write far too slowly!!! The months between your novels seem to stretch into years! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent and I am taking the first of the Sharpe novels with me on holiday to Bamburgh later in October. Mum and dad are also joining us, he is going to read the Lords of the North up there whilst enjoying the local real ale and log fire! Kind Regards Yvonne Masters

I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I first read about Thomas of Hookton. I had no idea that I would be rushing to the book store two days later and buying the rest of your grail series, and a few of your others. I have now just finished devouring "The Lords of the North" with relish. Mr. Cornwell, I require, and ask for nothing of you sir, no correspondance, no signed literature, nothing at all! I only ask that you continue to write, so that I may continue to enjoy. I love the grim humanity of your characters, your attention to detail, and your colourful accounts of history. I wish we had one so rich here in Canada. Thank-you for sharing your creativity. Sincerely, Steve Franks

Mr. Cornwell: Delighted with all your stories. Superb writing! I'm going through the Sharpe series a second time, now in chronological order. Your abillity to weave individual threads from book to book is outstanding. Just finished "Sharpe's Fury". Splendid work! Nice to see your tip 'o the hat to the 87th and to Ensign Keogh's and Sergeant Masterson's capture of the eagle, even with the obligatory assist from Sharpe. I look forward to more great adventures from your pen. Ed Ciliberti

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I only want to thank You (from Hungary) for the Arthur trilogy. For me, these are Your best work - however Stonehenge wasn't bad too, but - the main character of the Arthur novels is brilliant: the mood, the peaceful, calm, wise remembering of the past + the scene of the battle at Minnyd Baddon (sory for the letter-mistakes, buit I can't remember exactly). You described so excitingly the whole battle, that I could have been a child again (anyway I,m 48.) . Only one more sentence: I was angry that You were not mentioned in connection with the film King Arthur, however the director said that they have read everything about the story and the historical background. Best wishes and thank You once again: György Wágner

Hi Mr Cornwell I wanted to tell you just how much I enjoy your Saxon Stories! I stumbled upon the Last Kingdom by chance at a book sell-out at university and was immediatly intrigued. When I finished the book I was delighted to find that it is part of a whole series and have bought the other two as well. I'm even more delighted that there will be at least two books more. :-) Although I should rather be writing a research paper on sentimental fiction at the moment, first I'm going to finish the Lords of the North tonight. I can only hope that the last Harry Potter will be released soon to sustain me while you are busy with the 4th book in the series. ;-) Regards Nina

I have just completed The Pale Horseman. Congratulation on what I can only say is an excellent read along with the first book in the series. I did unfortunately notice a couple of errors regarding the characters (well actually their clothing and equipment) you mention the main character unbuttoning his breeches,iron rimmed shields and shields strapped to the forearm. After 10 years of research and working on archeological sites and exhibitions I have to say buttons do not seem to appear on clothing till the 13th century, Iron rims on shields do not appear even in an archeological context most likely shields where rimmed with raw hide possibly with metal clasps over the joins, also shields where held on a handle cut in the centre covered by the iron boss and carried on a shoulder strap. Sorry to nit pick but thought this may help. I look forward to reading the next in the series. Stephen Shepherd

Been doing research on Uhtred, the one who was murdered in 1016(or1018) and found Richard Fletcher's book "Bloodfeud"and then your books on the previous Uhtred. Just wanted to say thanks - its been lovely getting to know your Uhtred and I hope you are writing more about him - I've read the first three books. Also Hi Cousin - since I am descended from Uhtred too - through all three of his wives (it seems) which came as a shock to the daughter of a Pork Butcher! Frances Hall

First of all, I want you to know that I'm a 61 yr old woman, (look younger) and have read all of the Sharpe series plus The Grail Quest and now The Last Kingdom and The Pale Horseman. (BTW, I really didn't like Stonehenge - too gruesome I guess) 2. I'm thrilled that Sharpe lives on and I'm just adore Sean Bean. I saw a man at our famous Arlington Theatre who looked just like him & I was all atwitter, I'm embarrased to say. There's still fire in the furnace! 3. Re The Last Kingdom, pg 325, I was horrified when I read, "...and his left food slid sideays." This was Ubba just before Uthred struck him down with Serpent-Breath. To read the word "food" instead of "foot" really threw off my obsorption in the battle, & almost at the end of the book. It felt jarring so I hope you tell the publisher, New York: HarperCollins to correct it. 4. Really looking forward to the next book - Uhtred going home to Bebbanburg. Date of release? I'm in Santa Barbara, California. Thank you for your wonderful historical novels. Love them! Pen Slade

Although I enjoy reading your books immensely, you may (haha) be interested to hear that when I was confronted with the seemingly impossible task of raising my garage door lintel into position alone and unaided, I remembered "Stonehenge" and with a pile of concrete blocks, up the lintels went - 4 inches at a time. It took a while but I am indepted to you for the story. Regards Colin Naylar

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your books, especially the Starbuck Chronicles. I would like to add my voice to the rising chorus of fans who want more books featuring Capt. Rider Sandman! I read many historical mysteries but that protagonist is one of the best to come along in many years! No need to reply to this note ... spend your time WRITING BOOKS instead! Barbara Bigham