In MAX POWER: A Maxwell Powers Mystery, the explosive first book of my 10-part series published by Heliotrope Books in New York, a dynamic and unforgettable cast of characters comes together to drive a high-stakes mystery packed with loyalty, tension, and relentless twists. From the brilliant former NBA champion at the center of it all to the friends, allies, teammates, detectives, and powerful figures swirling around him, each one brings their own fire, secrets, and complexity to the story. Below you’ll meet the key players of Book 1 — complete with their custom portraits and profiles. Get to know them now… because once this universe pulls you in, you won’t want to leave.
MAX POWER: A Maxwell Powers Mystery (Book 1)
Maxwell Powers – Former NBA champion with an extraordinary gift for seeing patterns and solving puzzles most people miss.
Bobby Smalls – Super Bowl winning NFL quarterback and Maxwell’s longtime close friend and protege.
Alexis Rabit (Lex) – Star ESPN sports journalist and Maxwell’s ex-fiancée.
Detective Leslie Nights – Sharp, no-nonsense Los Angeles Police detective. Shares a troublesome past with Maxwell.
Samantha Smalls – Bobby’s wife and mother of his kids.
Dominique Parker (also known as Diamond / Jennifer Walls) – Woman found dead in Bobby Smalls’ room with a mysterious past.
Dana Religion – Prominent Las Vegas casino owner, businessman, and fixer.
James Charger – Wide receiver for the Las Vegas Raiders and friend of Bobby and Reggie.
Reggie Heights – Running back for the Las Vegas Raiders and Bobby Smalls’ best friend.
Davis Arnold – Owner of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Paul Waller – Former quarterback of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Tatiana – Maxwell’s ex-lover from Cabo San Lucas.
Justine Mayweather – Gardener and nanny for the Smalls family.