Francine Pascal, the creator of the iconic Sweet Valley High series, passed away at the age of 92. The series, which began in 1983 with the release of 'Double Love,' captivated millions of readers until its final installment, 'Sweet Valley Confidential: 10 Years Later,' in 2011.
Sweet Valley High became a cultural phenomenon, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of the Wakefield twins, Elizabeth and Jessica. The series spanned 181 books, along with numerous spin-offs such as Sweet Valley Twins and Sweet Valley University.