Dear Mr Cornwell,

I grew up watching Sharpe on the tv, in fact it inspired me to pursue a career of 8 years in the army.

And naturally I grew up hating Lord Rossendale, however I recently finished Sharpe’s Waterloo and couldn’t help thinking you were a bit harsh on the poor old chap. I wish Sharpe would’ve found the injured Rossendale on the battlefield or with the surgeons and made  amends, showing how the horror of battle can humble and bring men together. What are your thoughts?

Or are you still glad for the poor ending of Lord Rossendale?

Many thanks,

Thomas brush.