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It's been quite some time since I read a book that was hard to put down. I've just read two of yours that were exactly that. The two Saxon stories, The Last Kingdom and the Pale Horseman were great entertainment and I am looking forward to reading some of your other books. Thanks, David

Mr. Cornwell, I just finished book 4 in the Starbuck series and was pleasantly surprised to find that you had included Private Barton W. Mitchell in your book. My hometown is Hartsville, IN which was also Mitchell's hometown. I live only about 500 yards from his grave. Thank you so much for including him in your book! Josh Detwiler

I have been an avid reader for some years, my wife says unfortunately, as I often have to finish the book once started, which means a lot of time in the toilet!! I must admit however, that the one set of books I do tend to skip read are the Arthurian books, maybe it is because they are dealing with the unknown. I am not sure. However, I do find the Saxon series quite riveting. I think that one of the things I find of particular interest, in all your books, are the historical notes at the end. K.H.Johnson

To Mr. Cornwell, It is 6:30 in the morning and I just finished reading "the Last Kingdom." I have never read your books before, but never in anything I've read before have I been so enthralled as I have with "Last Kingdom" (and I read a lot). Never have I have read a history book so well-written. I have always admired the story of Alfred the great, but your story of Uthred's POV has genuinely touched me. The only complaints I have are that thanks to this great novel I have had little sleep in the past two days and I have a newly discoverd love for ale on tap and salted pork. Please do not be offended; its just that the scenes with Viking feasts were so well described. I am now starting with the Winter King, and hopefully it is as exciting as Uhtred's story. I never write to authors. But like I've said already, the last few hours reading have been amazing. Thank you very much. Your hard work has truly been appreciated. Juan Enriquez

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

Dear Mr. Cornwell, If you ever get to a point where you need begging and pleading to keep writing, send me a note. I think that I've read every fiction piece that you've done (I put down anything else that I'm reading if I stumble across something new of yours) and anticipate the next. I discovered you through the Sharpe series and am delighted to learn that there are a couple of new TV versions to come, and a book in September. I'm a retired Federal Agent and have some time now to indulge my lifelong love of good fiction. I don't need a response to this thank you for all the pleasant and educational hours that I've spent with your writings--unless, of course, you get to that begging and pleading part I mentioned. Thank you, Leo Shepherd St. Augustine, FL USA

Dear Mr Cornwell, just finished reading the Lords of the North and would like to congratulate you on another excellent book. I have read all three and thoroughly enjoyed every one. I come from Sunderland in Tyne was pleased to see a few local places all of which I have been to particularly the Roman forts. I have also read the Warlord chronicles and the Grail Quest series also Stonehenge. I am an avid fan of your work and look forward to reading many more of your brilliant books. I hope to read the next installment of Uhtred's tale before too long. thankyou and keep up the good work. Jason Callaghan