Joanna Trollope, Popular British Author, Dies at 82

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Victor MatherDecember 12, 2025 at 05:04 PM

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Joanna Trollope, the British author known for her popular novels exploring adultery and family complexities, died at her home in Oxfordshire, England, on Thursday at the age of 82. Born in 1943, she initially wrote historical novels under a pseudonym before achieving success with contemporary fiction, beginning with "The Choir" in 1988. Her books, often bestsellers, depicted themes of marital dissatisfaction, affairs, and the lives of clergymen. Despite being sometimes labeled as "Aga sagas," Trollope's work grew increasingly ambitious. She is survived by her two daughters and several grandchildren.

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