Cain, James M.
Mildred Pierce
- ISBN 13:
- 9780752882789
- author:
- Cain, James M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Orion
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 131mm X 196mm
- Genre:
- Crime & mystery
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Mildred Pierce is a novel about a woman's struggle to provide for her family after her husband leaves her. With no other choice, Mildred opens a small restaurant and eventually builds a successful business empire.
However, as her wealth grows, so do the challenges she faces from her own daughter, Veda, who seeks to exploit her mother's success for her own gain. A complex web of relationships and deceit ensues, leading to a shocking climax that changes everything.
This gripping novel explores themes of family, love, and the corrupting influence of wealth, raising questions about the true cost of ambition and the lengths people will go to achieve their goals.
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