Bestselling British bonkbuster author Jilly Cooper, 88, dies after a fall

British author Jilly Cooper, known for her popular romantic novels, died at 88, her agent and family confirmed on Monday. Reports said she died after a fall on Sunday. Cooper, whose books sold 11 million copies in the United Kingdom, wrote the Rutshire Chronicles series and was recognized for her lively writing style. Her children called her death a shock, expressing pride in her achievements. A recent adaptation of her book “Rivals” aired on Disney+, introducing her well-known characters to new audiences. Cooper’s work often explored themes such as relationships, rivalry, and class, and her writing drew a devoted readership over decades.