“The way glass can be molded or blown or cut into any kind of shape made me think about how we as people - our characters or souls - can be shaped or changed by outside influences.”

Lisa Kleypas is an American author of historical romance novels. She is best known for her Regency-era series, beginning with *The Duke and I*, which blends wit, passion, and social intrigue. Her work often explores themes of second chances and societal constraints.