Wallace Stroby (born 1960) is an American author specializing in crime fiction, often incorporating elements of suspense and psychological thriller. He began his career as a journalist before transitioning to fiction, developing a distinctive style characterized by complex characters, morally ambiguous protagonists, and detailed, gritty settings. Stroby is particularly known for his Crissa Stone series, featuring a highly skilled female thief navigating the criminal underworld, and for his standalone novels exploring themes of betrayal, obsession, and violence. His work is frequently praised for its realistic depictions of crime and its nuanced portrayal of human behavior.









