The Butterfly by James M. Cain

The Butterfly

James M. Cain

127 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction crime mystery dark mysterious medium-paced
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First published in 1946, The Butterfly takes place among the hills and hollers of West Virginia coal country. Cain uses his favorite form of narration, the first-person confessional, in relating this unusual tale of deceit, incest, and murder.Jess...

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Community Reviews Summary of 26 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 100%
challenging 50%
tense 50%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.05

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