Fragments of Noir

Tuesday 17 January 2023

They spoke quickly, as though they were saying things that scalded their mouths, and had to be cooled with spit.

Mildred Pierce
James M Cain
1941

fragments of noir: 'It was one of those hot dry Santa Annas that come down thru the mountain passes and curl your hair and make your nerves jump and your skin itch. On nights like that every booze party ends in a fight. Meek little wives feel the edge of the carving knife and study their husbands' necks. Anything can happen. You can even get a full glass of beer at a cocktail lounge. ............ Red Wind- Raymond Chandler

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