
Walter Satterthwait
7 SeriesWalter Satterthwait was an American author renowned for his mystery and historical fiction novels. He gained prominence with the Escapade and Joshua Croft series. His debut novel, "Cocaine Blues," was published in 1979.
In Walter Satterthwait's "Dead Horse," the mysterious death of Emily Davies Vanderbilt Thayer Whitfield, the estranged second wife of pulp-fiction writer Raoul Whitfield, is reimagined. Set after their separation, with Raoul in Los Angeles and Emily near Las Vegas, the coroner quickly rules her death a suicide. However, significant financial interests aim to maintain this ruling. Sheriff Tom Delgado remains unconvinced and pursues the case further, delving into the complexities surrounding Emily's demise. Satterthwait's novel blends historical fiction with intrigue, offering a fresh perspective on a compelling true story.