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You really should make the Warlord chronicles into films because when I read the books I imagine what the characters all look like and would be interested in what a film version would be like. Dan

Dear Bernard, You may remember me as a reviewer on the Oxford Times some years ago. I have now retired and am living in Lancashire - much more attractive countryside and real Sharpe country. I just wanted to thank you for the Pale Horseman and its predecessor. Another great series. Your research is as good as ever. Many thanks for your efforts - they are really appreciated both by myself and my son in law who is a Sharpe fanatic. Regards, Dave Hall PS: Have a great Christmas.

Dear Mr. Cornwell, I could not tell you how pleased I was to see The Pale Horseman on the shelvs, how do you do it? It seems only a short while ago I was reading The Last Kingdom. Uhtred's character just matures before your eyes, I love the way he relates to the ones he loves and understands and when he dislikes someone - well he gives them a touch of the verbals; for instance King Arthur - their banter makes me laugh out loud (it's like talking back to your boss in work). Uhtred is truly my idea of a young warrior. It will be interesting to see how life has changed him in your next book. I have always looked for books with happy endings (I know just like a woman) and have realised I have missed so much - the battle was won and that is what Uhtred does best. Fantastic I can't wait for your next book. Meanwhile I am going to read The Crowning Mercy then Stonehenge, that should keep me quiet for a bit (I know I ramble on). Thanks again. Kindest regards, Silvia

What can I say? There is not one of your books I haven't thought utterley fantastic. I've nearly finished the Starbuck Chronicles, which took me a long time to get around to as I had more interest in the books set in Europe. But these books are as good, if not better, than your other masterpieces - I really hope you find the time to continue Starbucks adventures in the future, I think he's your best character yet. Phil Dean

I have recently re-read Sharpe's Honour and noted in the foreword you wrote that you regret killing off that most wonderful of villains, Obidiah Hakeswill. I then remembered in another Sharpe, (cannot remember which!), that Richard mentions that Hakeswill recruited him into the army.So I wonder if you have ever thought of using that as a possible Sharpe book- their first ever meeting- then Obidiah could rise from the dead!! (well sort of....). David Voy

Mr. Cornwell, I first read one of your book about five years ago, (Sharpe's Battle I think), since then I have read through almost everything else you have written. I am a Huge 'Sharpe' fan, own the entire series, and have read each one countless times! I'm 19, studying English at Otago university, New Zealand, and am attempting to write books of my own in my 'spare' time. I simply wanted to thank you for being such a marvelous inspiration. It is because of your books that I have developed a yearning to produce books of my own, and I am also attempting historical fiction. If I could become half as successful with my own books I would be extremely happy! Anyway, thankyou again, and please keep up the great work. Jon Hoggard

Hello Mr Cornwell, love your work. I am teaching english in China and I have some students read your book Sharpes Honour. They do not quite understand but the they learn new words. A good teaching tool. I would like to suggest that you do a Robin Hood series and a Dick Turpin series. Perhaps a Robin Hood series would clear up the truth about him. Look forward to your next book, regards from Dongying, China. Nicholas Langrick

Dear Bernard: Your books are magnificent. Characters, history, romance, valor. We run out of words to express our admiration of your prodigious output. As a former rifleman of the RB the 95th or Sharpe's own as we are now being called. I joined from Liverpool to the Rifle Depot at Winchester in 1956 as a 16 year old boy entrant and ran full tilt into the British Army Class System. I now live in Williamsburg, Virginia and am currently writing about the role of the 60th Royal American Regiment in the Seven Years War or the French and Indian War as it's called here. Whilst living and soaking up the history of our famous regiment, its heroes and achievements I came across "SparrowHawk", the works of Edward Cline. Ed lives a few miles away at the revered battlefield of Yorktown and is currently finishing his 6th volume saga of pre-revolutionary fiction which will, I am sure, compliment your own wonderful stories. Ed's web site is www.edwardcline.com. Sorry about being so long winded, but have meant to drop you a line for ages. I will close by saying that you and Ed Cline are two of the finest writers of adventure stories that it has been my pleasure to read. Sincerely, Robert Laurence

I realize you're a busy man so I won't take up too much of your time. I just want you to know how much I enjoy your work. I've read just about all your work, not the Sharpe books though, but just about everything else. Last night I finished Stormchild, I thought it was wonderful. Tonight I've begun Scoundrel, what an excellent book. I'm only sorry I didn't read it sooner. The next book I plan to read is the Last Kingdom then, of course, I'll read the follow up. Once again I thank you for the hours of entertainment you have given me. Keep up the good work.. always looking foward to your new books. Brian Falk

Mr Cornwell, thankyou so much for your books, I have read most and enjoyed everyone. One thing that sets you far ahead of other authors is that you take your reader to the story, I have just finished reading The Pale Horseman and felt as if I was standing in the shield wall. Again thankyou, thankyou, thankyou. Sue Fellows