Kate Mosse is a British author and playwright, best known for her historical fiction and thrillers. She gained widespread recognition for her novel, Labyrinth, which intertwines the stories of two women across different time periods. Mosse's writing often explores themes of history, archaeology, and the connections between past and present. In addition to her novels, Mosse is a co-founder of the Bailey's Women's Prize for Fiction, which celebrates and promotes women's writing. She has also written non-fiction and has been involved in various literary and cultural initiatives, further establishing her influence in the literary world.