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Max Porter #8
Southern Craft
OLD RELICS, NEW POWER
Max and the gang are no strangers to battling ghosts, witches, and curses. But when they are hired to free a family of witches who have been locked in their mansion by magic, they find themselves on strange ground. After all, helping witches never was in the job description.
But these witches are in trouble and that puts Max and the gang in a dangerous position. Things only get worse when it comes to light that there are evil powers and ancient curses at play. Especially because Max is certain his clients are hiding important information about the case.
Of course, they are. They’re witches.
Max and the gang are no strangers to battling ghosts, witches, and curses. But when they are hired to free a family of witches who have been locked in their mansion by magic, they find themselves on strange ground. After all, helping witches never was in the job description.
But these witches are in trouble and that puts Max and the gang in a dangerous position. Things only get worse when it comes to light that there are evil powers and ancient curses at play. Especially because Max is certain his clients are hiding important information about the case.
Of course, they are. They’re witches.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2017
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48 people want to read
About the author
Stuart Jaffe
164 books213 followersStuart Jaffe is the madman behind the Nathan K thrillers, Max Porter paranormal-mystery series, The Malja Chronicles, The Bluesman series, and much more. He has written numerous short stories in Fantasy, SF, and Horror. He was also the co-host of The Eclectic Review (http://eclectic.libsyn.com) -- a podcast about science, art, and well, everything.
Stuart lives in rural North Carolina, and for those who keep count, the latest animal listing is as follows: one dog, two cats, one albino corn snake, three aquatic turtles, assorted fish, seven chickens, and a horse. Thankfully, the chickens and the horse do not live inside the house.
Stuart lives in rural North Carolina, and for those who keep count, the latest animal listing is as follows: one dog, two cats, one albino corn snake, three aquatic turtles, assorted fish, seven chickens, and a horse. Thankfully, the chickens and the horse do not live inside the house.
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December 29, 2017
Always a good read
Southern Craft is another great book in the series.! These are always fun ghost, witches, and more with a good mystery and spells galore. Great characters and dialogue, plot and action. Never boring! I really enjoy this series.
Southern Craft is another great book in the series.! These are always fun ghost, witches, and more with a good mystery and spells galore. Great characters and dialogue, plot and action. Never boring! I really enjoy this series.
May 6, 2023
This ups the anti with the introduction of new witches and deeper explorations of the craft. Sandra's character development is a highlight of the book, as we see her confidence come out in her abilities and a passion for what she does. However, the interactions between the Porters left me feeling frustrated as their constant bickering and lack of communication felt forced at times. Unfortunately, Max's mother cements herself as my least favorite character in this book. Despite these flaws, the plot is engaging, and the new characters are intriguing. Overall, Southern Craft is a wild ride that fans of the series won't want to miss.
January 11, 2025
Max and crew are hired to free a family of witches from a curse. Max is struggling with the idea of continuing to help witches. Drummond shares a particularly gruesome story from his past that give Max pause. There seem to be more and more covens coming to the surface since the Hulls are gone. There are several twists and turns that kept me guessing. I am enjoying this world more and more. The author does a great job with the characters – they have depth and growth in each book.
August 3, 2020
A true mystery for the Porter's.
You think Max, Sarah and Drummond had problems before? This time they have to keep even more people out of trouble, solve a wild new mystery and find a families truth behind their lies. If they don't, an ancient secret might destroy them all.
You think Max, Sarah and Drummond had problems before? This time they have to keep even more people out of trouble, solve a wild new mystery and find a families truth behind their lies. If they don't, an ancient secret might destroy them all.
February 7, 2019
This is a good mystery adventure. Max at his finest. But I see some discord with him and Sandra. Great book
March 22, 2017
I enjoyed reading this book very much! Stuart Jaffe Always keeps me reading to the very end. Great mystery and suspense. I fully recommend!!
March 4, 2017
Max Porter and company are back. This time, Max is sure he no longer wants to take a paranormal case as the risks are too high. After the urgings of Drummond, he reluctantly takes on the case of a family stuck inside of a house because of a curse. Digging into the history of the family, the gang realizes things aren’t what they seem to be, and they need to get to the bottom of it before unimaginable power is unleashed to the wrong person. It didn’t take me long to be sucked into the latest installment of Max Porter. I love the antics of everyone, especially Max’s mother who we don’t see too much of but the glimpses we do get are wonderful. The overall mystery feel of the books with a touch of paranormal means that lovers of both genres will like this book and the series in general. As always, the book is well-written, and I love the overall noir feel of these books. In addition, the book is filled with humor, tenseness, intrigue, action, and fun, enough to satisfy many types of readers. Give this book a try, and you don’t need to have read the ones before it to start here. Highly recommend! Thanks to the author for the e-book which I read voluntarily. This exact review will be posted on both Amazon and Goodreads.
March 4, 2017
Max, Drummond, and the gang are once more in the thick of "witchy" things. Max just wants to forget the occult stuff and take regular cases, but his wife and Drummond convince him otherwise. It seems that a curse has been put on an old plantation house that is keeping the family from leaving it. As Max and Sandra dig deeper they find that things are not what they seem, they are much, much worse.
I liked this story. Max has become a little more cautious of things that go bump in the night. He comes to the realization that someone has to do it. Since he is already cursed he is never going to get away from it any way. Max and Drummond still worry about Sandra learning witchcraft, even though it does come in handy. I can't wait to see what comes their way next.
I liked this story. Max has become a little more cautious of things that go bump in the night. He comes to the realization that someone has to do it. Since he is already cursed he is never going to get away from it any way. Max and Drummond still worry about Sandra learning witchcraft, even though it does come in handy. I can't wait to see what comes their way next.
August 25, 2018
Wow. Max, Sandra and Drummond take on a case with a Hammer of an ending. By the way Mom has moved to NC as well. Such fun to be had.
October 18, 2018
now i am hooked. This was such a great, easy and creative book. i was hooked after the first page.
The characters were easy to fall in love with and follow, along with the story. the author made the mental visions so easy and vivid of the surroundings and the characters actions felt so real.
i would highly recommend this author and this book.
The characters were easy to fall in love with and follow, along with the story. the author made the mental visions so easy and vivid of the surroundings and the characters actions felt so real.
i would highly recommend this author and this book.
March 9, 2017
Once again we are taken on a journey to Stuart's world. I love how the characters continue to evolve and struggle with life's choices. I didn't want to put it down until I was done.
Thanks for another great story, Stuart.
Thanks for another great story, Stuart.
March 4, 2017
This is by far one of the most entertaining series around.
Everything about this wonderful book and series is just
totally awesome. You will not be able to put this book down.
I love all the amazing characters and was very happy with
their story. I would definitely recommend it to everyone, you
will not be disappointed.
Everything about this wonderful book and series is just
totally awesome. You will not be able to put this book down.
I love all the amazing characters and was very happy with
their story. I would definitely recommend it to everyone, you
will not be disappointed.
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