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Mayfair Witches Anne Rice 9780345397003 Books

I bought the electronic version of this book because my hardcover copy was getting a bit worn. Actually more than a bit worn.

As blasphemous as this may sound, this is probably my favorite book by Anne Rice. Maybe it was the age I was at when it was released. I don't know. I can honestly say that I have read, and pretty much loved every book she's written, but this one put so many hooks in me that I guess I never got away.

There are so many stories going on. There is the child, practically stolen at birth. The ghost that gives wealth and power while it plots it's future. The lost women, used and discarded. An evil woman so cloaked in self righteousness that she believes her behavior is not only acceptable, but necessary. And the witch determined to free the family from it's curse.

Witch burnings, the Renaissance, moving to the New World, the Jazz Age. After all, this story covers some 300 plus years. And then there is New Orleans and the House. There is simply no other place like New Orleans. Even today the streets, houses, cemeteries, people, churches and sometimes, it seems, the very air are different. A very Old World place plopped down in the New.

I truly believe that in just about anyone else's hands all of the threads of this story would be a knot so tangled it would require a knife to undo. A really big knife. How she manages it is beyond me- but she does. Beautifully.

So, if you like history, romance, mystery, suspense, and some seriously spooky goings on, you might love this book as much as I do. Well, almost as much.


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Mayfair Witches Anne Rice 9780345397003 Books Reviews

Sorry to say that I read these books years ago and have never left a review. This trilogy are what made me fall in love with New Orleans before I’d ever step foot there and also in love with the Mayfair family even though they are quite...different. To me this trilogy is the best writing from Miss Rice and I have been on an avid quest to find anything that elicites even half he excitement and intrigue that these books gave me. So far I’ve found nothing. These witches are of a kind in every way.
A story of a witch family in New Orleans. (a friend sent me a photo of their home that still stands). It is a bit of a slow read because it reads more like a history than a novel as it goes back to early Scotland and brings the reader into the 70's. A little tedious at times but I did enjoy reading it.
*****SPOILER ALERT*****

This was a reread from my long ago adolescence when I loved everything Anne Rice wrote. It didn't quite live up to my previous 5 star rating, mainly because it was just too long. A lot of repetition in the narrative, and we went down a few worm holes. But it was well written and engaging and gave me enough of the chills I was looking for.

I love her descriptions of New Orleans, the epic history of the Mayfairs and the mysterious Talamasca. Rice also does a very admirable job fleshing out her characters for the most part. I admit to a growing confusion with the ever lengthening family tree and definitely stopped remembering all the Mayfair forbearers after a certain point.

I enjoyed most all of the storyline until we came to the horrific birthing scene. I didn’t really care for that and felt Rowan’s disappearance a bit of a cheap trick. Not sure I’ll pick up the next 2 books in the trilogy,but it’s a possibility. If I do, I hope there’s a geneology chart included.
This book was recommended to me by a friend when I mentioned that I'm a fan of horror/thriller fiction but didn't really care for Anne Rice's writing. I loved the historical aspect of this book but still didn't truly enjoy the read as I have with other authors. I'm sure Anne Rice fans will enjoy this work of fiction but I'm still not a fan. I did, however, enjoy the historical aspects of this novel and enjoyed the setting and descriptive imagery. When I picked up the 2nd book of this trilogy, "Lasher" I found myself closing the book and putting it away probably for good. There's just some aspects I can't move past.
I love this series. One of my all time favorites. They are the books I read again and again, like visiting old friends. Fantastic character development, intriguing plot, and beautifully written. They evoke an inexplicable feeling when I read them (or think about the characters), if I were forced to describe the feeling I would us the words visceral, and highly visual. Anne Rice has created a world that lives in my imagination, where these characters live that has become a place that feels almost real and tangible. Anne has given me more with this book than a great story with compelling characters I love, she's given me inspiration, and often a much needed escape during challenging times in my life.
The book is absolutely amazing. I thought the Vampire Chronicles were good, and don't get me wrong, I do love them. But the Mayfair Family and their long, chaotic history is simply amazing. I was so enthralled with the history of how the family came in to being; starting in Scotland and ending up on First Street in NOLA. This is also a story about strong women, matriarchy, magic, and sex! There is a historical feel to it, as well as horror and sci-fi. From the moment I began reading the vivid descriptions of the architecture of the Garden District homes, I had to get on Google Maps to see for myself. And the women of each generation are each amazing in their own right. This is one of my favorite books, and I strongly recommend it.
This took me a long while to read. I am so glad I powered through it! I however was not so fond of the ending. I understand that this is a series, but I feel like Anne Rice didn't intend for it to be whenever she started this book. However, It kept me interested, unfortunately the Mayfair history tends to drag on. But the background and history is key to understanding the book, I realized this later on. If you are looking for a book to keep you occupied for awhile this would be my suggestion. If you are looking for a quick read, skip this one and come back when you're looking for a story (series) to get invested in.
I bought the electronic version of this book because my hardcover copy was getting a bit worn. Actually more than a bit worn.

As blasphemous as this may sound, this is probably my favorite book by Anne Rice. Maybe it was the age I was at when it was released. I don't know. I can honestly say that I have read, and pretty much loved every book she's written, but this one put so many hooks in me that I guess I never got away.

There are so many stories going on. There is the child, practically stolen at birth. The ghost that gives wealth and power while it plots it's future. The lost women, used and discarded. An evil woman so cloaked in self righteousness that she believes her behavior is not only acceptable, but necessary. And the witch determined to free the family from it's curse.

Witch burnings, the Renaissance, moving to the New World, the Jazz Age. After all, this story covers some 300 plus years. And then there is New Orleans and the House. There is simply no other place like New Orleans. Even today the streets, houses, cemeteries, people, churches and sometimes, it seems, the very air are different. A very Old World place plopped down in the New.

I truly believe that in just about anyone else's hands all of the threads of this story would be a knot so tangled it would require a knife to undo. A really big knife. How she manages it is beyond me- but she does. Beautifully.

So, if you like history, romance, mystery, suspense, and some seriously spooky goings on, you might love this book as much as I do. Well, almost as much.