The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas books in order

Q: "How many books are in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series?"

"There are 54 books in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series, published between 2017 and 2021."

Q: "What is the first book in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series?"

"The first book in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series is Purrfect Murder, published in 2017."

Q: "Do I need to read the main Mysteries of Max series before reading these short stories?"

"It helps to be familiar with the main characters (Max, Dooley, Harriet, Brutus, and Odelia) before starting the short stories, but each one is a self-contained mystery. Reading a few of the main series books first will give you enough background to enjoy the novellas."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Purrfect Murder	2017	Nic Saint	N/A
2	Purrfectly Deadly	2017	Nic Saint	N/A
3	Purrfect Revenge	2017	Nic Saint	N/A
4	Purrfect Santa	2017	Nic Saint	Buy
5	Purrfect Crime	2017	Nic Saint	N/A
6	Purrfect Rivalry	2018	Nic Saint	N/A
7	Purrfect Peril	2018	Nic Saint	N/A
8	Purrfectly Flealess	2018	Nic Saint	N/A
9	Purrfect Secret	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
10	Purrfect Alibi	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
11	Purrfect Obsession	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
12	Purrfect Betrayal	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
13	Purrfectly Clueless	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
14	Purrfectly Royal	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
15	Purrfect Cut	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
16	Purrfect Trap	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
17	Purrfectly Hidden	2019	Nic Saint	N/A
18	Purrfect Kill	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
19	Purrfect Boy Toy	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
20	Purrfectly Dogged	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
21	Purrfectly Dead	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
22	Purrfect Saint	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
23	Purrfect Advice	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
24	Purrfect Passion	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
25	A Purrfect Gnomeful	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
26	Purrfect Cover	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
27	Purrfect Patsy	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
28	Purrfect Son	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
29	Purrfect Fool	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
30	Purrfect Fitness	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
31	Purrfect Setup	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
32	Purrfect Sidekick	2020	Nic Saint	N/A
33	Purrfect Deceit	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
34	Purrfect Ruse	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
35	Purrfect Swing	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
36	Purrfect Cruise	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
37	Purrfect Harmony	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
38	Purrfect Sparkle	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
39	Purrfect Cure	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
40	Purrfect Cheat	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
41	Purrfect Catch	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
42	Purrfect Design	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
43	Purrfect Life	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
44	Purrfect Thief	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
45	Purrfect Crust	2021	Nic Saint	N/A
46	Purrfect Model	-	Nic Saint	N/A
47	Purrfect Slug	-	Nic Saint	N/A
48	Purrfect Scam	-	Nic Saint	N/A
49	Purrfect Fury	-	Nic Saint	N/A
50	Purrfect Christmas	-	Nic Saint	N/A
51	Purrfect Gems	-	Nic Saint	N/A
52	Purrfect Demons	-	Nic Saint	N/A
53	Purrfect Impasse	-	Nic Saint	N/A
54	Purrfect Charade	-	Nic Saint	N/A

This collection of 54 short stories and novellas is a companion to Nic Saint’s Mysteries of Max series. They feature the same cast of crime-solving cats and their human Odelia Poole, but in shorter, bite-sized mysteries. These are a good option for readers who want a quick Hampton Cove fix without committing to a full-length novel.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series?

There are 54 books in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series, published between 2017 and 2021.

What is the first book in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series?

The first book in the The Mysteries of Max Short Stories/Novellas series is Purrfect Murder, published in 2017.

Do I need to read the main Mysteries of Max series before reading these short stories?

It helps to be familiar with the main characters (Max, Dooley, Harriet, Brutus, and Odelia) before starting the short stories, but each one is a self-contained mystery. Reading a few of the main series books first will give you enough background to enjoy the novellas.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order