Kathleen O'Neal Gear

Kathleen O'Neal Gear is an American archaeologist and bestselling author renowned for bringing prehistoric North America to vivid life. A former state historian and archaeologist for the U.S. Department of the Interior, she draws on decades of field experience to craft richly detailed historical fiction. Together with her husband W. Michael Gear, she co-authors the celebrated First North Americans series, including "People of the Lakes", "People of the Mist", and "People of the Wolf". Her novels blend meticulous research with compelling storytelling, earning her a devoted readership and numerous awards celebrating her contributions to historical and archaeological fiction.