Theodore Augustus Bell III was an American author known for his suspense novels. He wrote 12 novels in total, establishing himself in the spy thriller genre. His work gained significant commercial success, with his series featuring the protagonist Lord Alexander Hawke becoming a New York Times Bestseller. The Hawke series includes titles such as Hawke, Assassin, Pirate, Spy, Warlord, Phantom, and Overkill, among others. Bell passed away on January 20, 2023.