The Postman Always Rings Twice by James M. Cain

The Postman Always Rings Twice

James M. Cain with Steve Erickson (Contributor), Patrick Leger (Illustrator)

136 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)

fiction classics mystery dark mysterious fast-paced
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James M. Cain’s first novel, The Postman Always Rings Twice, was an instant bestseller. This stunning Folio edition includes noirish illustrations by Patrick Leger and a preface by film critic Steve Erickson. James M. Cain was sitting on a park b...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,023 reviews

Moods

dark 85%
tense 60%
mysterious 43%
sad 20%
adventurous 17%
emotional 13%
challenging 11%
reflective 9%
funny 5%
hopeful 1%

Pace

fast 72%
medium 22%
slow 4%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 36% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

No: 78% | It's complicated: 18% | Yes: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | Yes: 6% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.57

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