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flag British author Jilly Cooper, known for her romantic novels and a 2024 Disney+ hit, died at 88 after a fall.

flag Dame Jilly Cooper, the British author famed for her "bonkbuster" novels like *Rivals* and *Riders*, has died at 88 following a fall. flag Known for her sharp, humorous portrayals of British upper-middle-class life in *The Rutshire Chronicles*, her work gained renewed attention through a 2024 Disney+ adaptation of *Rivals*, which she helped produce. flag A former journalist and public relations professional, she was made a dame in 2024 for services to literature and charity. flag Her books, celebrated for blending romance, class, and social insight, continue to resonate, with a new edition of her 1986 guide *How To Survive Christmas* set for release in November.

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