About
Overview
Kat Dunn is a British author known for writing dark historical fiction, gothic horror, and fantasy with a strong focus on complex female characters and queer representation. Her novels often blend richly atmospheric settings with psychological tension, exploring themes of identity, power, desire, and survival against the backdrop of history and the supernatural. She is best known for Dangerous Remedy, Bitterthorn, and Hungerstone, earning praise for her evocative prose, immersive worldbuilding, and fresh takes on classic gothic themes.