Sookie Stackhouse is a fictional character from the book series "The Southern Vampire Mysteries," written by Charlaine Harris. She is a telepathic waitress living in the small town of Bon Temps, Louisiana. Sookie's ability to read minds often complicates her life, as she navigates relationships with both humans and supernatural beings. The series, which inspired the popular television show True Blood, explores Sookie's adventures in a world where vampires, werewolves, and other creatures exist. Throughout the story, she becomes involved with various supernatural characters, including the vampire Bill Compton, and faces numerous challenges that test her abilities and courage.