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Dear Mr. Bernard Cornwell, I just want to say how much I enjoy reading your books. Not just the Sharpe Series. I saw one show of Sharpe's Rifles on Masterpiece Theater. I was hooked. I love to read. I got my husband interested in your books. Please keep writing. Thank you. Laurel Bonczkowski

Bernard, I'm just re-reading the Grail Quest series, for the 3rd (or is it the 4th) time. I've read, and enjoyed, your Arthur books but I much prefer the Grail Quest. Sadly I'm not too sure of the Sharpe books, although I have read some of your earlier ones. Anyhow, back to the Grail Quest. There are very few books that warrent a second reading, and even fewer that deserve more than that, (Lord of the Rings is one). I've also read The Davinci Code and although it is a good book, I think that your series is more than likely the most probable outcome. It seems so natural that someone like Thomas would rather destroy the Grail than to unleash it's possible powers. I once heard a someone say that they liked books because the pictures are so much better than films. Yours are certainly so much more vivid than anything I could sit and watch. Thanks for the enjoyment. Regards Sid

Dear Bernard, Thoroughly enjoying the latest book, The Lords of the North. My only problem is I'm nearly finished it (it's taken me all of 2 days!). Please tell me there are more adventures. Good luck with Duncan in the Scottish play. lead on MacDuff! A grateful reader, Steve Naughton Hill of Tara Ireland

Mr. Cornwell, I've read all your Sharpe books, the Grail Quest books, Redcoat, and now the Saxon Stories. Sharpe is ever memorable. The best character in historical fiction I'd say-- followed of course by Derfel (classically memorable) and now it seems Uhtred. I still have many of your books to read and I am thankful for that because there are so many good stories waiting for me. But having read all the Sharpe books to date, I am envious of the fellow who has just discovered them and is just beginning to read them for the first time. But I would like to congratulate you on your award. You certainly deserve the Order of the British Empire... and to be awarded it from the Queen no less! You've done a wonderful service to English history and English culture. Not very many authors can so impactfully entertainingly and gracefully tell English history. The Queen is right in awarding you and I think the Queen speaks for all your readers in acknowledging you. You have my compliments! NP

Mr. Cornwell, I've read all your Sharpe books, the Grail Quest books, Redcoat, and now the Saxon Stories. Sharpe is ever memorable. The best character in historical fiction I'd say-- followed of course by Derfel (classically memorable) and now it seems Uhtred. I still have many of your books to read and I am thankful for that because there are so many good stories waiting for me. But having read all the Sharpe books to date, I am envious of the fellow who has just discovered them and is just beginning to read them for the first time. But I would like to congratulate you on your award. You certainly deserve the Order of the British Empire... and to be awarded it from the Queen no less! You've done a wonderful service to English history and English culture. Not very many authors can so impactfully entertainingly and gracefully tell English history. The Queen is right in awarding you and I think the Queen speaks for all your readers in acknowledging you. You have my compliments! NP

Mr Cornwell, I just wanted to say first and foremost you are my favorite author. I am sure you hear that alot! I am a soldier in the US army and am currently on my way to Iraq and the first thing I packed in my bag before I left home were my Arthur Books. My brother gave me Winter King as a Christmas present and I have read the series at least once a year since then. I am fascinated with the history of that period and was inspired to research everything I could find on that era. I was even motivated to read some old dry non-fiction books on the subject at my local library. DRY I tell ya, I much prefer your fiction to old professors numbing my mind with their rant. I know your busy don't worry about emailing me I just want you to know that your books really help to distract me from life and are an excellent way to live somewhere else for a bit. You have given me an invaluable gift with these stories and I cherish them. Thank you. From one Warrior to another, Paul Supp

I'm on a break from a two-day romp through Dumnonia and found your site while looking for the title of the last book. I've come to one striking conclusion from the story: it is time to get the US Congress a druid. It could only prove beneficial to have someone there hopping on one leg and urinating in the doorway. They have a chaplain; they need a druid. So I'm off to the bookstore.
Eileen Browne

Just finished - The Lords of th North, (about 5 mins ago) as usual "Excellent" Thank you, now awaiting your next. Kind Rgs, Brett Thornicroft, Dorset

Bernard,I have just finished reading,The Lords of the North, for the second time, absolutely brilliant!! and I am delighted that the saga of Uhtred is to continue. Thank You. Andy Armstrong

Hello Mr Bernard Cornwell OBE! Have been meaning to write to you for ages just to thank you for such great books. Was introduced to them by a friend lending me your Arthur Trilogy this time last year and haven't stopped reading your work (half the Sharpes, Grail Quest and my favourites the Saxon books) This was meant to be a short message to congratulate you on your OBE and ask what your thought were on the award? are you pleased? Thanks Again (please keep writing) Alex, Coventry

This is just a short note to congratulate you on your OBE. I don't know what the citation is but in my mind it is thoroughly deserved for the way in which you have made aspects of British history so interesting and accessible. Keep up the good work. Regards Clive

Bernard many congrats on your recent OBE. (Well deserved). Best wishes. Martin Parfitt

Congratulations to you Bernard Cornwell OBE, well deserved I must say. I have been an avid reader for over ten years now and now consider the Duke of Wellington to be my main focus in non-fiction reading, thanks to your fantastic Sharpe series (and another on the way, I can't wait!) At the moment I am half way through The Lords of The North, which I am glad to say is up to your usual high standard. Good Luck for the future, please don't retire too soon!?! Phil Elwis, Yorkshireman living in Scotland!

Hi Bernard Just wanted to say congratulations on being awarded the OBE. A very well deserved honour! As well as being a fabulous author ( I can't wait to get my hands on Sharpes' Fury) I never ceased to be amazed at the kindness and patience you have towards all the people who send you e-mails. Fiona

Congrats on your OBE! Steve Root

Dear Bernard. Congratulations on being awarded the OBE! It is well deserved. We wish you continued good health, and look forward to many more books in the future. Wanda in Texas

I just saw you are to be awarded the OBE. I can't think of a novelist who deserves it more, not just for the quality and volume of his work, but for his unfailing courtesy to fans and generosity to other writers. Congratulations. Dave McKissack

Many congratulations on being awarded an OBE. When the day comes to collect this much deserved award may your journey be swift and your day be long so that you can enjoy the event to the fullest. I guess to say "Fate is inexorable" is totally inappropriate today! Kindest regards Andrew Moore