Martin Cruz Smith, the best-selling mystery novelist who engaged readers for decades with “Gorky Park” and other thrillers ...

Martin Cruz Smith, the best-selling mystery novelist who engaged readers for decades with “Gorky Park” and other thrillers ...

Martin Cruz Smith, the beloved mystery writer known for his captivating tales featuring Moscow investigator Arkady Renko, ...

He wrote more than 30 novels, including an acclaimed series about Russian detective Arkady Renko. The first volume, “Gorky ...

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NEW YORK — Martin Cruz Smith, the best-selling mystery novelist who engaged readers for decades with “Gorky Park” and other thrillers featuring Moscow investigator Arkady Renko, has died at age 82.

Gorky Park’ author Martin Cruz Smith dies at 82 - Mystery novelist Martin Cruz Smith, known for such Arkady Renko thrillers ...

Martin Cruz Smith, renowned author of the Arkady Renko series, passed away at 82. Known for his novel "Gorky Park," he captivated readers with thrilling narratives set in Soviet Russia. His final ...