Dear Mr Cornwell,

I have never written to an author before and I would like to clarify that I’m not looking for anything in return from my contact.

I guess I just wanted to thank you for the entertainment that have provided me over the past 15 years or so. Ever since a friend of mine introduced me to SHARPE, I have been hooked. Although I have read the first 6 Sharpe novels I then went onto others such as AZINCOURT, GRAIL QUEST, WARLORD CHRONICLES and the WARRIOR CHRONICLES. Uhtred has provided me with a great sense of escape from a recent round of cancer treatment. Giving me the opportunity to focus on something else in life.

As I’m currently reading SWORD OF KINGS and looking forward to the next book, I am then looking forward to buying the SHARPE collection. Going back to where it all began. Thank you for the books, the entertainment and the opportunity to transport myself back to a different time and place.

As I’m beginning to realise that time is short and sometimes a thank you goes a long way. So, thank you!

>From your fellow native ESSEX supporter who also moved away. (Not quite as far though)

Kind regards,

Ricky.