Lloyd Shepherd is the author of five novels, blending historical fiction with elements of mystery and speculative thrillers. His first four books—"The English Monster," "The Poisoned Island," "Savage Magic," and "The Detective and the Devil"—form a series of historical thrillers set in early 19th-century London. These works follow Constable Charles Horton and Magistrate John Harriott of the River Police Office in Wapping as they investigate crimes with supernatural undertones. His latest novel, "After London," marks a departure into contemporary dystopian fiction, exploring a surveillance-dominated Britain where a murder occurs outside the watchful gaze of the omnipresent AI system, Witness.
Shepherd’s historical novels are distinguished by their meticulous attention to period detail and their inventive reimagining of policing in Regency-era London. His shift to speculative fiction with "After London" demonstrates his versatility, merging thriller conventions with themes of technology and societal collapse. A resident of South London, Shepherd draws inspiration from the city’s rich history while venturing into new genres. His literary influences range from classic works like Henry James’s "The Portrait of a Lady" to contemporary authors such as Stephen King and Barbara Kingsolver, reflecting his broad appreciation for both literary and genre fiction.