Mary Gentle
Born in 1956
Mary Gentle is a British author known for her innovative approach to fantasy and science fiction.
Her work often blends historical elements with speculative fiction, as seen in her Orthe duology and the loosely linked series collected in White Crow.
Gentle's writing is characterized by its complexity, esoteric references, and exploration of alternate histories.
Her novel Grunts! parodies high fantasy tropes.
Gentle's ability to seamlessly combine genres and create intricate, well-researched worlds has earned her acclaim in the speculative fiction community.
She has also published under the pseudonym Roxanne Morgan.
