About David Baker
David Baker is the author of the VIPER Black Ops thriller series and the Bob Cox “Dark Side” crime novels. His stories blend real-world tradecraft, morally complex operations, and character-driven plots that take readers deep into covert missions across the UK and around the world.
He writes across multiple genres—from covert action thrillers to gritty crime and even children’s fiction—always driven by authenticity and a commitment to showing characters as flawed, human, and shaped by the consequences of their choices.
Whether exploring clandestine operations or street-level investigations, David focuses on pace, realism, and storytelling that feels grounded in the world we live in today.
What readers are saying
Thrilling, grounded and impossible to put down. VIPER feels frighteningly real.
Bob Cox and the VIPER squad are some of the most memorable characters I’ve read in years.
Wasn't sure if I would like this book as it's not a normal choice crime and police BUT !!! Started reading and couldn't put it down great story line and characters are first class can't wait for next in series thanks again David Baker.