R.J. Ellory, born in 1965 and writing under the pen name Roger Jon Ellory, is a British author primarily known for his crime fiction and thriller novels. Growing up, he was influenced by literary giants such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Michael Moorcock, J. R. R. Tolkien, and Stephen King, a fact he frequently cites. Ellory's writing style is characterized by dark narratives and strong character development, often exploring complex moral dilemmas. Beyond his writing, he is also a musician, playing with the band The Whiskey Poets.



