María Dueñas is a Spanish author known for her captivating novels that often blend historical fiction with romance. She gained widespread recognition with her debut novel, The Time in Between (original title: La templanza), which tells the story of a young seamstress during the tumultuous times of the Spanish Civil War. Her writing is characterized by rich detail and strong character development. In addition to her successful novels, Dueñas has also worked as a university professor and has a background in English philology. Her works have been translated into multiple languages, allowing her stories to reach a global audience. Other notable books by Dueñas include The Vineyard and The Daughter of the Sea.