Press release Uncover the latest gripping mystery from Susan P. Baker. August 6, 2025

One rookie detective. One murdered woman. One case no one else will touch.

London, August 2025 – dp books is proud to announce the signing of Susan P. Baker, and the upcoming release of My First Murder, the gripping first instalment in the Mavis Davis Mysteries series – now available for pre-order.

When the body of a woman is discovered, Houston’s newest detective, Mavis Davis, is eager to prove herself by taking the case. But it soon becomes clear that no one wants her to dig too deep – least of all the local police. Refusing to back down, Mavis defies orders and heads to North Texas, where she uncovers a trail of corruption, cover-ups and power plays that stretch to the top.

With danger closing in, Mavis must rely on her wits, instincts and unshakable sense of justice to find the killer and survive long enough to expose the truth.

Based on her own years as a judge, lawyer, and probation officer, Susan P. Baker brings unmatched authenticity to her fiction. “Every one of my novels is rooted in the justice system,” she shares.

Smart, sharp, and endlessly determined, Mavis Davis is a detective readers won’t soon forget. My First Murder is now available for preorder on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited. Official release is set for 14th August.

Want to know more about Susan P. Baker and her work? Click here to explore the Mavis Davis Mysteries and meet the newest voice in crime fiction at dp.