Clay Griffith, Susan Griffith

Clay Griffith and Susan Griffith are a husband-and-wife writing team who collaborate on supernatural fiction. They are known for their vampire-themed fantasy novels that blend action, romance, and Victorian-era settings. The Griffiths gained recognition with their Vampire Empire trilogy, which includes "The Greyfriar," "The Rift Walker," and "The Kingmakers." These novels feature an alternate history where vampires have taken control of the northern hemisphere. Their work combines steampunk elements with vampire mythology. The authors also created "The Shadow Revolution," the first book in their Crown & Key series. This series moves away from their vampire focus to explore supernatural detective fiction set in Victorian London. The story follows a team of occult investigators dealing with mystical threats. Their collaborative writing process involves both authors contributing to plot development and character creation. Clay Griffith handles much of the action sequences while Susan Griffith focuses on character relationships and dialogue. They have built a following among readers who enjoy supernatural fiction with historical settings.

Readers respond positively to the Griffiths' world-building abilities and their skill at creating atmospheric Victorian settings. Many reviewers praise their vampire mythology in the Vampire Empire series, noting the fresh take on vampire lore and the steampunk elements. Readers appreciate the action sequences and find the romantic subplots engaging without overwhelming the main narrative. The character development receives mixed feedback. Some readers connect strongly with the protagonists and enjoy the relationship dynamics, while others find certain characters lack depth or development. The pacing draws criticism from some reviewers who feel certain sections drag, particularly in exposition-heavy chapters. Readers of "The Shadow Revolution" appreciate the shift to supernatural detective fiction and the London setting. However, some fans of the Vampire Empire series express disappointment with the departure from vampire themes. Several reviews mention that the dialogue can feel stilted at times, and some readers note inconsistencies in the magical system rules across different books in their series.