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The Mysteries of Max #27
Purrfect Son
I don’t usually suffer from a fear of small spaces but after being locked inside a box in the attic along with my fellow cats, I must confess the experience wasn’t exactly a barrel of laughs. Especially when the person doing the locking up also decided to set the box on fire. So did we escape this harrowing adventure with our lives? And if so, how? I’d love to tell you, but then I’d be breaking the first rule of fiction: never give away the ending! So you’ll just have to read on to find out more.
And in so doing you’ll also discover all about Tex’s secret son, Gran’s latest neighborhood watch gambit, the suspicious death of one of Charlene Butterwick’s relatives, the new shopping mall a group of developers plan to build in Hampton Cove, the huge windfall Tex and Marge might receive soon, and the addition to the team of our very own bodyguard as well as a watchdog—not to mention a watchcat! As you can see, things are never boring in this small town of ours!
And in so doing you’ll also discover all about Tex’s secret son, Gran’s latest neighborhood watch gambit, the suspicious death of one of Charlene Butterwick’s relatives, the new shopping mall a group of developers plan to build in Hampton Cove, the huge windfall Tex and Marge might receive soon, and the addition to the team of our very own bodyguard as well as a watchdog—not to mention a watchcat! As you can see, things are never boring in this small town of ours!
242 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 16, 2020
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Nic Saint
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Nic has a background in political science and before being struck by the writing bug worked odd jobs around the world (including but not limited to massage therapist in Mexico, gardener in Italy, restaurant manager in India, and Berlitz teacher in Belgium).
When he’s not writing he enjoys curling up with a good (comic) book, watching British crime dramas, French comedies or Nancy Meyers movies, sampling pastry (apple cake!), pasta and chocolate (preferably the dark variety), twisting himself into a pretzel doing morning yoga, going for a run, and spoiling his big red tomcat Tommy.
He lives with his wife (and aforementioned cat) in a small village smack dab in the middle of absolutely nowhere and is probably writing his next ‘Mysteries of Max’ book right now.
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Nic has a background in political science and before being struck by the writing bug worked odd jobs around the world (including but not limited to massage therapist in Mexico, gardener in Italy, restaurant manager in India, and Berlitz teacher in Belgium).
When he’s not writing he enjoys curling up with a good (comic) book, watching British crime dramas, French comedies or Nancy Meyers movies, sampling pastry (apple cake!), pasta and chocolate (preferably the dark variety), twisting himself into a pretzel doing morning yoga, going for a run, and spoiling his big red tomcat Tommy.
He lives with his wife (and aforementioned cat) in a small village smack dab in the middle of absolutely nowhere and is probably writing his next ‘Mysteries of Max’ book right now.
www.nicsaint.com
www.facebook.com/nicsaintauthor
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September 21, 2020
Close call—fire times two
Another wonderful book about Max and friends and family. Max and the other cats get locked in a trunk then it is set on fire. After their narrow escape Odelia tries to protect her babies. Meanwhile a young man shows up claiming to be Tex son and all bets are off. Share the journey to find the truth about the son and the fires and all of the accidents in the family.
Another wonderful book about Max and friends and family. Max and the other cats get locked in a trunk then it is set on fire. After their narrow escape Odelia tries to protect her babies. Meanwhile a young man shows up claiming to be Tex son and all bets are off. Share the journey to find the truth about the son and the fires and all of the accidents in the family.
July 16, 2022
Mmmmm
Little disappointed . You would think with 2 cops , a reporter and 4 smart cats they wouldn't have just accepted an unknown man who claims to have been Tex's son from a different woman ,one he'd at least should have known he slept with. Good thing Alex had the foresight to check after all the mishaps . Strangest one I've read yet . As much as I love these stories I'm not sure I like a dumb Doctor. So I gave it a 4 star instead of 5 .
Little disappointed . You would think with 2 cops , a reporter and 4 smart cats they wouldn't have just accepted an unknown man who claims to have been Tex's son from a different woman ,one he'd at least should have known he slept with. Good thing Alex had the foresight to check after all the mishaps . Strangest one I've read yet . As much as I love these stories I'm not sure I like a dumb Doctor. So I gave it a 4 star instead of 5 .
October 4, 2020
You just can't put these books down when you start!!!!!
This was a fantastic Max mystery! I totally
enjoyed the story line. So many laugh out loud
moments. Dooley is such a sweet little soul. I
love that lil' cat!! These are phenomenal mysteries
and they always hold my attention throughout the
entire book. Brilliant author!! I hope Max mysteries
never end!!!!!!!
This was a fantastic Max mystery! I totally
enjoyed the story line. So many laugh out loud
moments. Dooley is such a sweet little soul. I
love that lil' cat!! These are phenomenal mysteries
and they always hold my attention throughout the
entire book. Brilliant author!! I hope Max mysteries
never end!!!!!!!
May 21, 2023
Cats can talk-however very few people understand what they are saying. The woman in this family (and only the women) can!! There are 4 cats all living with these humans-they are well loved!! When someone breaks into their home (humans all out somewhere or another)--all 4 cats decide to find out what is going on. Their curiosity gets them in a heap of trouble!
October 1, 2022
The saying, "Phoned it in," is besically what I felt about this one. I really can't even classify it as a mystery - cozy or otherwise - because it was far too predictable. And the father, Tex, who is a doctor, was far too gullible.
May 1, 2023
Excellent,laugh out loud excellent
Absolutely wonderful. Very funny I laughed and laughed. There are some serious parts but mostly the Kitties are funny I read the book in one night.I couldn't put it down..
Absolutely wonderful. Very funny I laughed and laughed. There are some serious parts but mostly the Kitties are funny I read the book in one night.I couldn't put it down..
December 17, 2025
So many paths… which one leads to the murderer?
Just when I think I may have figured out the path to the murderer… I need to restart my thinking.
Max and his cat family and now enter Rambo… a dog… and you have another Max mystery that keeps you guessing.
Just when I think I may have figured out the path to the murderer… I need to restart my thinking.
Max and his cat family and now enter Rambo… a dog… and you have another Max mystery that keeps you guessing.
September 21, 2020
Very good, excellent series
September 20, 2020
Bodyguards extraordinaire
Another fun packed story with murder, mystery and mayhem with an unexpected son, dog and extra cat joining the "accident prone" Poole family.
Another fun packed story with murder, mystery and mayhem with an unexpected son, dog and extra cat joining the "accident prone" Poole family.
September 22, 2020
Hits the mark again
I absolutely love the Purfect books and Mac's gang. There's never a dull moment when they get a new case.
I absolutely love the Purfect books and Mac's gang. There's never a dull moment when they get a new case.
September 26, 2020
Absolutely purrfect
The cats, even though talk to people, are very believable as cats. Each one of the four cats has its own unique personality.
The cats, even though talk to people, are very believable as cats. Each one of the four cats has its own unique personality.
September 28, 2020
Another great read from nic saint
I never get enough of the Max series or his adventures .just keep me laughing a really great book !🤗
I never get enough of the Max series or his adventures .just keep me laughing a really great book !🤗
November 1, 2020
I love this series. I'm getting a little tired of Gran and Scarlett, but the plots are terrific, and the relationship between the cats is heartwarming to anyone with four cats!
March 11, 2021
Perfect Son
Another good read. Well the cats ever be able to show their faces at cat choir again? Well Chase be able to live down being the cats body guard?
Another good read. Well the cats ever be able to show their faces at cat choir again? Well Chase be able to live down being the cats body guard?
July 8, 2021
Loved it!! Loving this series with it's wonderful cast of characters!! Enjoyable quick read binge worthy cozy mystery series!!
November 17, 2021
Max and co
Tinkle tinkle ha ha ha hilarious I want a dooley he is so funny whenever they are in a situation he confesses all brilliant absolutely 💯
Tinkle tinkle ha ha ha hilarious I want a dooley he is so funny whenever they are in a situation he confesses all brilliant absolutely 💯
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May 23, 2022I recommend NYC's books.
I love the cats and the Pooles😄.
These books take me away from reality for a little while every day.
I love the cats and the Pooles😄.
These books take me away from reality for a little while every day.
April 2, 2023
Always a pleasure to follow Max and his friends. It seems the family was a naïve when it came to Dudley but Clarice saved the day.
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April 3, 2023I shudder
All the cat talk of cat pee. Ugh! One of the worse smells ever. Still turned out to be a fun story even if the conclusion wasn't A bit - okay, a lot - obvious.
All the cat talk of cat pee. Ugh! One of the worse smells ever. Still turned out to be a fun story even if the conclusion wasn't A bit - okay, a lot - obvious.
April 7, 2023
Exciting read
Another fun, exciting read. Max and the whole family are in for some big surprises! Tex has a son. Lots of action in this book. Read it!
Another fun, exciting read. Max and the whole family are in for some big surprises! Tex has a son. Lots of action in this book. Read it!
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March 27, 20244.5
May 15, 2024
Another fine addition to the series.
The characters are fantastic and quirky. The plot is twisty and interesting. The world building is good. The humor is wonderful.
The characters are fantastic and quirky. The plot is twisty and interesting. The world building is good. The humor is wonderful.
June 6, 2024
interesting book
This one took twists and turns along the way, keeping you guessing whodunit for a while, but eventually to figuring out who the culprit was.
This one took twists and turns along the way, keeping you guessing whodunit for a while, but eventually to figuring out who the culprit was.
May 22, 2025
A mall and a "new son"
Again, this book is more about the family (human and otherwise) relationships than the mysteries. It's funny because the characters are sweet.
Again, this book is more about the family (human and otherwise) relationships than the mysteries. It's funny because the characters are sweet.
July 29, 2025
This was pretty funny!! Obvious who the bad guy was but still lots of fun. Im devouring this series !!! Happy Reading :)
August 18, 2025
Fun read
I love the books, no doubt about it and can't wait to read the next one and so on and so forth.
I love the books, no doubt about it and can't wait to read the next one and so on and so forth.
June 13, 2023
Max and the bodyguard
If you've been reading the Mysteries of Max series, you'll know the characters. For the rest, Max, Dooley, Harriet and Brutus are the crime-solving cat team.
In this story, an unexpected person shows up claiming to be Tex's son. As you might expect, this causes chaos in the Poole family. Odelia, the reporter, is investigating a possible murder which could turn out to be an accident, and the Poole family, including the cats, are experiencing a series of accidents themselves. And what about the rumors that Hampton Cove might get its own mall?
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If you've been reading the Mysteries of Max series, you'll know the characters. For the rest, Max, Dooley, Harriet and Brutus are the crime-solving cat team.
In this story, an unexpected person shows up claiming to be Tex's son. As you might expect, this causes chaos in the Poole family. Odelia, the reporter, is investigating a possible murder which could turn out to be an accident, and the Poole family, including the cats, are experiencing a series of accidents themselves. And what about the rumors that Hampton Cove might get its own mall?
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November 25, 2022
The cats save the day again, with the help of one retired police dog.
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