James M. Cain

2 summariesThriller, Mystery, Historical Fiction

James Mallahan Cain was an American novelist, journalist and screenwriter. He is widely regarded as a progenitor of the hardboiled school of American crime fiction.

Books by James M. Cain

2 books available

The Postman Always Rings Twice
James M. Cain
3.8 (32k) average on GoodreadsThriller
In a California diner, a drifter and a restless wife start an affair, leading to a murder plot that spirals into unexpected consequences and doom.
Mildred Pierce
James M. Cain
3.9 (8k) average on GoodreadsHistorical Fiction
In 1940s California, Mildred Pierce goes from divorced waitress to successful restaurateur, but her triumphs are undone by dangerous men and her devotion to her manipulative daughter.