The Mayfair family is a fictional family featured in the Lives of the Mayfair Witches series by author Anne Rice. They are known for their long lineage of powerful witches, each possessing unique magical abilities. The family's history is intertwined with themes of witchcraft, love, and tragedy. The Mayfair family resides in New Orleans, a city rich in culture and mystique. Their ancestral home, a grand mansion, serves as a central setting for the series. The family's dynamics and struggles with their supernatural gifts are explored throughout the narrative, highlighting both their strengths and vulnerabilities.