Jilly Cooper: A Literary Icon's Legacy

Jilly Cooper, celebrated British author of bestselling novels including Rivals and Riders, has died at age 88, according to her agent Curtis Brown.

Cooper rose to prominence in the 1980s with her novels that vividly depicted the romantic escapades of high society, notably through characters like the charismatic show jumper Rupert Campbell-Black.

Her work continues to resonate, as evidenced by Rivals' adaptation into a Disney+ series in 2024, ensuring her literary impact endures for new audiences.

(With inputs from agencies.)