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I've just finished reading all the Richard Sharpe novels our local library has at about the rate of two per day. They've only about four more of your other novels, so I shall probably have to contribute to your income soon. I just wanted to write and let you know how much I appreciate your work, and also to suggest that if you ever happen to write a sequel to The Gallows Thief it would be a very good idea. Rachel Brune

Just a quick note to say how much I loved your Arthurian chronicles. I don't think I've ever been so enthralled by a book before as I was by these three. They've become the most well-worn books in my collection (I had to buy another copy of "The Winter King" to replace one that wore out from use!) I don't think I can adequately describe my feelings for the books except to say that you're the first author I've read who really and truly touched the Pagan elements of Arthurian myths in a novel form (Marion Zimmer Bradley tried but failed miserably). For me, the books read like a movie - stunning visuals, breathtaking battles, riveting plot. Whenever I'm in need of a great escape I pick up one of your novels and in a few short moments I feel drawn away into another world. THANK YOU! I've read all your other books and feel the same, too...though it was awful waiting between Harlequin and Vagabond! Thanks for being such an incredbly imaginative storyteller! -Mel

Please can you advise me when Mr Cornwell will be signing books in the UK. I live in Wiltshire, so please let me know if any are planned in that area. many thanks. Mrs N Wright

No reply necessary. I just wanted to say that I have just finished the gallows thief and loved it. I am a big fan of Deryn Lake who writes about the same period. Having worked in so many different party of the fabulous city of london, including the law courts at the old baily and royal courts of justice, I absolutely love having the history of those streets I know so well, brought to life. I shall read a Crowning Mercy now which I think is similar and will look out for any more of these from you. Many thanks for a really enjoyable read. Katie Dick

I just wanted to say that I have enjoyed your Arthur trilogy, Nathanial Starbuck chronicles, the grail trilogy, Gallows Thief, Stonehenge and have Redcoat sitting on my coffee table to read. I never thought the type of books you write would so deeply suck me in, but, alas, they have. I eventually will read the Sharpe series. I'm a Robert Silverberg fan and these books, all of which I discovered and read this year, are a nice fresh retreat from my norm. Thank you. Douglas Bricker

Mr Cornwell: I was present last evening, Tues., for your chat and book signing at the Carriage House. It was a true pleasure to listen to your explanation of the evolution the Sharpe series. Your wit and humour, somewhat Python-esk to me at least, was refreshing and entertaining. Not to mention it was an honour to meet you. Thank you again for not only Sharpe and The Warlord Chronicles, but for all of your other books as well. Slainte Thom Walters

I read Sharpe's Eagle many years ago, shortly after it came out in paperback, but I lost my copy. I recently bought Sharpe's Havoc and joy of joys Sharpe's Eagle was back in print so I bought another copy. In the foreward, you state that you have never reread it. I do urge you to do so because there are a few inconsistencies with your later books. For example, in Sharpe's Tiger, Sharpe is a private when he is taught to read by Col. Lawford, but in Sharpe's Eagle he is a sergeant. I noticed another inconsistency but have forgotten it at the moment. If you would like me to search for it, please let me know. It was perhaps unfortunate that Sean Bean played Sharpe in the very enjoyable TV series because the Londoner Sharpe had then to be born in Yorkshire before coming down to London and of course Sean Bean is not over six feet tall with black hair as Sharpe is in "Eagle". I like the way that in Sharpe's Havoc you are subtly converting Sean Bean back to the Sharpe of Sharpe's Tiger. The foregoing are not meant to be criticisms. I greatly admire your work and you are certainly my favourite author. Keep up the good work. Finally will there be any more " Starbucks"? Roy Prentice

Hey Mr Cornwell. I have to say that Im a real big fan. When I was young I use to read alot of CS forester. His stuff was ok, but lacked any real excitement or punch. I started reading your Sharpe series years ago, and have reread them all many times over. I just finished reading Sharpes Siege again. Man what a book. My mom works at a bookstore so I get her to get me advanced proof copies to read, cause I just cant wait, but then when you do lauch a new book, I always run out and get one because the book just wouldnt be complete without the maps, and I want to make sure that you get something from the royalties. I saw on TV that you are doing a signing at a local bookstore in Burlington tommorow, I hope I can get some time off work to come and get a signed copy of Sharpes Escape. Theres so many positive things to say about your series, from historical content to hope, to just Sharpes mean struggle from the bottom to the top. Alot of people lend books..but I have to say that I dont lend yours, I can only hope that some get reprinted as many of my earlier ones which arent trade, or hardcover are starting to fall apart. Would it be a strecth of the imagination to bring Sharpe out of retirement and send him to the Crimea...sure he would be old...but what a read!!! You could make him a general!!! Sorry I just get greedy and look forward to a new book from you in the Sharpe series every so often. Im sure like all good things, Sharpe will come to pass, but where ever you do leave him, it will have been a worthwhile journey. I want to thank you for enrichening my life with Sharpe and his Napoleonic struggles...I think to few people realize today what a serious impact the Napoleonic wars had on both modern day western life and borders. Thanks for being a great author, If you can get the old ones back in print that would be great as I will gladly buy them all in hardcover!
Dave Leek

I just wanted to tell you that we love your books. We listen to them on audio as we drive across the USA in a tractor trailer, it makes the driving more bearable for my boyfriend. We started listening together, yours was a book I picked because I love period books, from then on were hooked. I can read them all at home, he searches truck stops. We are really fond of Sharpe and Harper, we just wanted to thank you for hrs. of entertainment, and keeping David sane on the road! And we look forward to Aug. for more adventure! Maryellen

Dear Bernard I have read all the Sharpe books and am currently enjoying Sharpe's Escape, but I wonder if our Richard is becoming a bit wet, frequently calling Sarah 'darling'! She's not even the love of his life! Please can we keep Sharpie as a rufty-tufty hunk of few romantic words but plenty of action! Thanks a million for the countless hours of enjoyment, escapism and education your books have given me. Cheers, Linda.