Thomas Perry Dies at 78; Writer of Popular, Unconventional Thrillers
His many novels, including the prizewinning “The Butcher’s Boy” and the Jane Whitefield series, can have readers rooting for both protagonist and antagonist.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/30/books/thomas-perry-dead.html
Thomas Perry, a best-selling, critically acclaimed novelist whose 32 inventive thrillers were known for their intricate plots, unexpectedly sympathetic villains and intriguing heroes, among them a Native American woman who helps people take on new identities, died on Sept. 15 in Los Angeles. He was 78.
His death, in a hospital, was caused by an aortic dissection, a tear in the body’s major blood vessel, said his wife, Jo Perry, who is also a mystery writer.
Mr. Perry produced gripping stories populated by a singular cast of characters, including a ruthless professional hit man in his prizewinning 1982 debut, “The Butcher’s Boy,” and Jane Whitefield, a member of the Seneca Nation who guides vulnerable individuals to safe havens. (She is scheduled to reappear early next year in the finale to a 10-book series.)
One of my favorite authors.
This is paywalled; perhaps someone can give a gift link.
Strange that he died over two weeks ago and no obituaries until today.