“Having Aelin help him the first time had been awkward enough that he couldn’t even go until she started singing a bawdy tune at the top of her lungs and turned on the sink faucet, all the while helping him stand over the toilet.”

American fantasy author, born 1986. She writes sprawling, character-driven epic fantasy series that blend romance, adventure, and mythological influences. Her work is celebrated for its richly developed worlds and emotionally resonant storytelling.