Amy Engel

Amy Engel is an American bestselling author known for her gripping young adult dystopias and dark, atmospheric adult thrillers. With a background in criminal defense law, her writing often explores themes of justice, moral ambiguity, and the psychological impact of crime on tight-knit communities.

She gained early literary fame with her YA dystopian duology, The Book of Ivy and The Revolution of Ivy, which captivated readers with its intense survival themes and complex romance. She successfully transitioned to adult thrillers with the critically acclaimed The Roanoke Girls and The Familiar Dark, noted for their haunting Midwestern settings and deep psychological suspense.

Engel’s ability to seamlessly weave intricate mysteries with complex, deeply flawed characters has earned her a dedicated international following. Her novels continue to be praised for their raw emotional resonance and unyielding narrative tension.