The Postman Always Rings Twice is a gripping tale of lust, greed, and violence that unfolds in the stark California desert. Frank, an amoral young drifter, finds himself at a diner operated by Cora and her inconvenient husband, Nick. This fateful encounter sets them all on a path to inevitable destruction.

First published in 1934, this novel was banned in Boston due to its explosive combination of eroticism and brutality. It is a seminal work of roman noir that established James M. Cain as a major figure in American literature. The novel's impact was so profound that it inspired Albert Camus's own masterpiece, The Stranger.

With its unsparing vision of America's bleak underside, The Postman Always Rings Twice remains a compelling read, drawing readers into its dark narrative of passion and betrayal.