Joanna Trollope is a British author known for her insightful contemporary fiction often focusing on personal relationships and the dynamic within families. Born on December 9, 1943, Trollope is a descendant of the Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope and has often been credited for her keen social observations and nuanced character portrayals. She has written numerous best-selling books, including "The Choir" and "The Rector's Wife," which often examine domestic situations and moral dilemmas. Her work has been adapted for television, and she has become a significant figure in the genre of women's fiction, though her readership extends well beyond that category. In addition to contemporary novels, she has also written historical fiction under the pen name Caroline Harvey.