Maxine Mei-Fung Chung is a British-born Chinese author known for her psychological thrillers and suspenseful narratives, often exploring themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of female relationships. Her writing style is characterized by intricate plotting, unreliable narrators, and a meticulous attention to detail, frequently incorporating elements of magical realism and blurring the lines between reality and perception. Chung's background is rooted in clinical psychology, evident in her exploration of human behavior and motivations within her stories, having worked as a therapist before becoming an author.

