The Postman Always Rings Twice by James M. Cain
A drifter and a diner owner become embroiled in a passionate, dangerous love affair.
Summary
The Postman Always Rings Twice is a 1934 crime novel by James M. Cain. It tells the story of a drifter, Frank Chambers, who stops at a rural California diner for a meal and ends up working there. He then meets the owner's beautiful wife, Cora, and they become embroiled in a passionate, dangerous love affair. The two conspire to murder Cora's husband in order to start a new life together, but their plans go awry and they must face the consequences of their actions.
Interpretation
The Postman Always Rings Twice is a classic crime novel that explores the depths of human emotion and the consequences of our actions. It is a cautionary tale of how love can lead us to make rash decisions and how those decisions can have dire consequences.
Who is this book for?
The Postman Always Rings Twice is suitable for adults and mature teens who enjoy crime fiction and exploring the depths of human emotion.
Keywords
Crime, Fiction, Love, Passion, Consequences