Caroline, See, I am here! And I am willing to talk Sharpe/Sean with you.

The following is a story I wrote for a writing contest sponsor by an orange juice company & romance magazine. It is not difficult to see who I chose for the hero. Writers Block Terry stared at the blank computer screen and sighed. The fragrance of fresh orange filled the room as Sean entered, eating an orange. "Story giving you trouble?" he asked, offering her a segement of orange. "Yes," Terry replied, the luscious fruit exploding in her mouth. The tang of the citrus made her lips tingle. Sean fed her another segment. She noticed a drop of juice running down the side of Sean's mouth and unable to resist, kissed it away. Their lips met. The taste of orange sweetened the kiss. An idea sparked in Terry's mind. "Shouldn't you be working?" Sean questioned as they come up for air, wiping her juice soaked fingers with his tongue. "I have an idea, but it can wait," she replied.

My favortie Sharpe picture From the Sharpe info page To get things started, how about saying what is your favorite Sharpe episode?

Hmm- nice pic! At least he looks fairly clean in this one! I've seen very few of the "Sharpes"- only "Company" and "Honour" in fact.Not much to choose from, really, though I find myself watching the last one a lot!I enjoy the bit about Ramona and the baby- corny, but fun, and also the walk over the mountains in the snow! I also like the the portrayal of Napoleon in this one. What really haunts me though, is the Music. It's Dominic Muldowney again, and I find I go around humming it all the time. Anyone know anything about it?

I just came in here out of curiosity... WHO IS THAT GORGEOUS GUY? And what does he star in? I think I'm already a fan...

Caroline: I've seen very few of the "Sharpes"- only "Company" and "Honour" in fact.Not much to choose from, really, though I find myself watching the last one a lot!I enjoy the bit about Ramona and the baby- corny, but fun, and also the walk over the mountains in the snow! Company is one of my favorites! And I like Honour very much too (I like it better than book, actually.) It took me the longest time to figure out Cooper was saying "He's as glum as an Old Bailley(sp?) judge" what I heard was "He's as glum as an Old baby duck" What really haunts me though, is the Music. It's Dominic Muldowney again, and I find I go around humming it all the time. Anyone know anything about it? I also find the music haunting.... Here is some info on ordering the Sharpe CD A Collection of Twenty Songs, Orchestral Themes and Regimental Marches Featuring John Tams (Rifleman Hagman), Dominic Muldowney and the Band of the Light Division Specially recorded, the album features old favourites and original songs, including the Sharpe theme song "Over the Hills and Far Away" (Supposedly available in record stores, but I have never seen it--) Also available to buy from Direct Home Entertainment. They can be contacted on 0181 207 4066. (Please dial +44 181 207 4066 if outside the UK) Some further info here. From the Sharpe Info Page

Susan: I just came in here out of curiosity... WHO IS THAT GORGEOUS GUY? And what does he star in? I think I'm already a fan... Susan, would you believe that is the most common response I get whenever I put his picture up in Chat? The best place I can direct to is The Compleat Sean Bean . He is most to known to American as Agent 006 in Goldeneye or the Irish terrorist in Patriot Games. He is also known for the Sharpe series which has been on PBS (and is coming to the history channel in Sept--watch for it, if you have cable)

PS--Susan, this my favorite picture of Sean from the photo gallery on at the CSB.

Where did you unearth that pic, Carolyn? I mean, he's got no cuts and bruises, no fancy period costume, no villainous leer.....just joking. He looks a bit like David Bowie's little brother here, don't you think? One thing I really like about his "Sharpe" is the Yorkshire Accent. Gives a certain ironic touch to immortal lines like: "Aye, Pat. So it is." and "I never met the Marquessa!"

Carolyn, thanks (I think!) for the pics and the info. And Caroline, (I mean, he's got no cuts and bruises, no fancy period costume, no villainous leer), you are intriguing me GREATLY! Now I will have to watch for him. Truly, is there no END to these eminently droolworthy men??!!! ;-)

FYI: Sharpe's Tiger is in American bookstores. I just picked up my copy today. :-)

Thank you, Ann, I know where I am going after work.

I came in here by accident but am truely captivated by that georgeous hunk of beef up there. Where can I see more?

I'm not really sure what I'm doing in here, but I'm glad I'm here all the same. Please tell me, is he married????

have any of you ever seen Masterpiece Theatre's Clarissa??? Sean Bean was Lovelace, and quite the convincing rake, I must tell you...

No, I don't recall that even being on. However, I've wanted to see his Lady Chatterley and can't find it at any video stores, except to buy at an exhorbitant price. Did you see that? Was it any good?