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The Postman Always Rings Twice, Double Indemnity, Mildred Pierce, and Selected Stories by James M. Cain
5 reviews
hellsjerome's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Everyone in this book is a piece of shit
Graphic: Racism, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual violence
Minor: Pregnancy
haydenreads's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I went into this book having some idea that it was about an affair that led to someone's death, but that was it. This book feels made to be a movie (and indeed, it became one). The action is quick, not a single character in this book is likable and they aren't intended to be. Cain said he wrote as he felt the characters would and this is told from the point-of-view of Frank, a drifter who happens into a restaurant in Southern California and ends up with a job.
From the blatant racism to plotting to commit murder, even when they know they shouldn't, Frank and Cora's action moves at a breakneck speed from their unlikely first interaction to Frank's final plea and hope, however true it is, for Cora's understanding that he never meant for things to end up as they had.
I would highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys cinematic reads, but know that it's clearly a product of the 1930s.
I would highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys cinematic reads, but know that it's clearly a product of the 1930s.
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Racism, Sexism, Sexual violence, and Infidelity
foureyebooks's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Dive into the captivating world of "The Postman Always Rings Twice" by James M. Cain! 📚✨ Flawed characters, desperate for escape, set the stage in a gritty atmosphere that keeps you hooked. Stanley Tucci's narration adds a compelling layer, intensifying the raw emotions and tension. #BookRecommendation #JamesMCain #StanleyTucciNarration #GrittyReads #AudiobookJourney #PageTurner 🎧
Graphic: Car accident, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Pregnancy, and Murder
e_r_q's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
The Postman Always Rings Twice is famous for being "scandalous". However its famed violence is laughably juvenile, and its "iconic" eroticism is clunky and awkward. Even worse, the writing is bland, the characters are poorly written and dislikeable, and in the end, the actual plot feels really inconsequential. Also, the crude objectification of its female characters makes it evidently clear that this novella was written by a man.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Murder, Car accident, Death, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexism, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
greeneyed_ives's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Sexual violence, Murder, Violence, and Car accident
Minor: Racial slurs
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