Dear Mr Cornwell How fortunate Uhtred was not killed in his first battle. You would be less wealthy and the excellent continuing Saxon saga would have been a short story. Recently visited Bamburgh and Alnwick ( Hogworts ! ) castles. They are superb. I suspect ,in reality , shot in the back, Sharpe would never have survived to exceed his twin cat-lives. To those with withdrawal syptoms, perhaps re-read the books SLOWLY – think , dream , savour. One does not gulp down a bottle of fine wine. Q. What ,if any, faith do you hold ? Thank you for hours of most stimulating and enjoyable reading. If you are ever in the area, the kettle is always on Regards Cedric Leeds W.Yorks UK

I am a very spiritual person and after reading several of your books, was wondering…what is your spiritual background or religion? If that’s too personal, I understand. I just wondered if there was any influence from your personal faith in your books. I would think that any successful author can’t help but write, inspired by their spiritual or atheistic foundation. Thank you for your time and thank you for getting me excited about reading again!!! Melissa