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Dear Mr. Cornwell, I have never written to an author before, but I just have to tell you that I was so moved by the Arthur trilogy!! I finished Excalibur yesterday afternoon, and actually dreamed about Derfel last night. My heart ached when I read near the ending that he was the last of the Wolftails left, the only remaining warrior to have Ceinwyn's star on his shield. When Arthur sailed away into the mist without Derfel, I cried. I so thoroughly enjoyed these books!!! I am about to buy Heretic in paperback, having read the earlier books about Thomas of Hookton, and when that is finished, I will read the Sharpe novels. You have a wonderful gift - never stop writing!! Sincerely, Susan G. Feltman

Love your work, ready ANY time you are to read a new Sharpe novel...thanks again for many hours of enjoyment. Mike Walls

In an August 10th posting, Andrew van der Schalk inquired where he could get an authentic 1796 Heavy Cavalry Sword such as Sharpe used. He can get a fine replica at The Discriminating General at www.militaryheritage.com. The cost is $200 US. Unfortunately, it has a hatchet point rather than a spear point such as Sharpe had, but it's still a great blade. Alan Kempner

Mr. Cornwell, thank you so much for your books. I can't begin to relate to you how many times I've read and re-read the Sharpe series and the Warlord trilogy. As someone from an Asian-Pacific Islander heritage I've found your stories of bravery in the face of insurmountable odds transcend cultural boundaries yet vividly define the very culture and era they're staged in with honor. I've made sure to collect a second set for my son due this December, so that when he grows up he may enjoy them as much as I have. I also have a rather large Irish setter whom I've named "Harper" and a recently acquired English Bulldog pup whom I've named "Sweet Willy". There's nothing like taking a morning jog and yelling the names "Harper" and "Sweet Willy" when running up a hill. Of course the wife doesn't understand but she's happy enough I do take morning jogs with the "lads" while she sleeps in. Cheers and my utmost gratitude for your works. Antonio De Castro

Dear Mr Cornwell, While having never done anything like this before, I feel I must write to you concerning the Warlord Chronicles. At first sight I felt they were not the kind of books I would enjoy (sorry!) but after insistence from my boyfriend that I must read them and becoming engrossed after reading parts over his shoulder I gave in. I was so wrong! They are without a doubt the best books I have ever read having completely fallen in love with both the story and, above all, the characters. Although, being honest, I completely despise some of the characters and even though I am on my second reading and know the outcome I still find myself hoping that a grisly fate will befall Samsun! I do not know why I am writing this and apologise for wasting your time with something you must read every day but having started reading them again, I enjoy them so much I feel I would like to tell you. I am just relieved that, unlike my dad, I didn't have to wait for each book to be published. Well, aware as I am that is turning into a complete ramble I will sign off now, suffice to say the books are fantastic and I thoroughly enjoy reading them. Thank you for writing them! Lauren Ingram

Sir, I enjoy reading, as well as listening to your Sharpe and Starbuck books, and books on tape, and I understand that they are similar people, as such, I know that you are busy writing the sharpe series, but I do wish you would find some small time to write another Starbuck book. I realize that Sharpe is about an English person and it is easier for you to write about English battles since you yourself are English. Also that since Starbuck is American, it takes more research to write them, but we across the big pond do enjoy your words and the flavor you place into each book. A nice English lad just returned home to England after spending his second summer here with us and has also read some of your books. Do try to write something further on Mr Starbuck and no, I do not have any writing abilities to which my lawyers, that I do not have, can grow fat! as for Mr Lincoln, I am from Chicago where Mr Lincoln was also from. Thank you for the many hours of reading enjoyment, and no, I do not want anything from you but to be able to keep enjoying your books. thanks again, Henry Storino Plainfield, IL USA

Saw my first Sharpe video a couple of years ago. Fell in love with Sharpe and in lust with Bean. Have all the videos and books and the videos have been viewed innumerable times and the books all read at least 3 times. I'm on a fixed income, so I've only purchased 2 of the audios (so far), but any excuse is a good one and Xmas will come and I'll just have to buy myself another audio. Nancy Johnston

I just finished another one, Vagabond, and decided to visit this site to thank you for so many enjoyable and enlightening books. I was pleased to discover a handful of titles I haven't yet read. Thanks again. Don Sadler

Mr. Cornwell, I am relatively new to your works, but I absolutely love what I've read so far. I've only read the Grail Quest, so far. I read Harlequin and pre-ordered Vagabond, and was anxious to preorder Heretic before I even finished. Please, Please, PLEASE don't neglect Thomas! I'm dieing to read more of his stories! Thank you for many hours of enjoyment. -=Brett Bowen

Dear Mr. Cornwell. I just wanted to tell you how lovely your books are! I had read the King Arthur series a few years ago and loved it, but NOW I have discovered Mr. Sharpe. OH MY. And the whole reason is because I liked Sean Bean as an actor. However, living in a small town in the US makes it hard to find the videos, so I began reading the books. NOW, I am hooked. ONE day I will SEE Sharpe, but for now I am loving him in print. I am working my way through the series, and am learning so much (my knowledge of Napoleon before this was he was an Emporer, short and loved Josephine! Thank you for so much detail and exquisite, yet spare, writing. gorgeous! Since I hope to be a published author one day, I try to pay attention to your writing style, which I greatly admit. Now, I see, I will have to get ALL your books. What a superb author you are - I would think working in all the "known" facts would be so difficult. Thank you for such excellent writing, GREAT characters (yes, I'm in love with Richard Sharpe, even without the benefit of Sean Bean!) and lovely stories! My only problem is as a woman, the number of my peers who want to discuss the Napoleonic Wars is limited! (I find the same with the Civil War, when finished with Sharpe plan to move on to THAT series, too. But, as I said, I have learned SO MUCH from your books. And your interpretation of the King Arthur is one of the BEST. So, Bravo! Wonderful! I will ALWAYS be looking forward to your next book! PS - what a lovely website, too. and I don't think your 'note' is unfriendly, just firm! PPS - do you ever read any of the fanfiction inspired by your stories? Some of it is distressing, but some if very good (I have NOT written any!) Anyway, the various takes on Sharpe's childhood make me wonder what is YOUR'S? (other than the basic facts we get in the stories) Sorry to blather on. I just love your stories! Becky McCollum