About this series
The Mysteries of Max is a series by Nic Saint. We list 112 books in this series so far, in reading order.
Start with Book 1: Purrfect Murder.
Tagged on most books in this series: Animals.
If you like The Mysteries of Max, try Cat in the Stacks Mystery by Miranda James, Cat Noir by Alison O'Leary and Pine Grove Mysteries by Daisy Landish.
What readers say
Told from the point of view of a talking cat who helps his human solve small-town murders, this series is loved for its humor, vivid feline personalities, warm family cast and fast, binge-friendly pacing. Common complaints are continuity slips in character details, a grandmother who grows more exaggerated and unpleasant, predictable plots, a slow-burn romance, and pop-culture jokes that may date. Recent readers are more likely to object to sexual innuendo and profanity, saying the books are not suitable for children, though overall opinion stays positive.
Best for: Readers who want a silly, light cat-narrated cozy to binge and are fine with some crude humor.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated November 2026.
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