Kenneth Gordon Eade (born December 29, 1957) is an American attorney, environmental and political activist, and author of political and legal thrillers. Described by critics as "one of our strongest thriller writers on the scene," Eade is best known for his legal and political thrillers. He practiced law for 30 years before publishing his first novel, An Involuntary Spy.

Eade is an up and coming author in the legal thriller and courtroom drama genre, often compared to John Grisham, who is regarded by many as the master of the legal thriller. Eade acknowledges some similarities, as both authors draw from the contemporary philosophical landscape in their storytelling.