The Postman Always Rings Twice by James M. Cain
This novel is a thrilling tale of passion, murder, and betrayal. The story revolves around a drifter who becomes involved in an adulterous affair with a married woman. Together, they plot to kill her older husband for the insurance money. However, their plan spirals out of control, leading to unexpected consequences and a shocking conclusion. The narrative explores themes of lust, greed, and the destructive power of obsession.
The 443rd greatest book of all time
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following lists:
- 14th on The Top 100 Mystery Novels of All Time (Mystery Writers of America)
- 30th on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)
- 98th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Novels (Modern Library)
- 353rd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- The 80 Books Every Man Should Read (Esquire)
- The Booklist Century: 100 Books, 100 Years (BookList)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)