Kate Alice Marshall is an American author of gripping psychological thrillers and young adult fiction. She is best known for her adult debut "What Lies in the Woods," a twisty thriller that explores childhood trauma and buried secrets. Marshall has also written "No One Can Know" and "A Killing Cold," further establishing her as a compelling voice in suspense fiction. Before transitioning to adult thrillers, she built a strong reputation in YA horror and fantasy. Marshall's work is characterized by atmospheric tension, complex relationships, and dark secrets that refuse to stay hidden. She lives in the Pacific Northwest.