The Cactus: A Reese's Book Club Pick
by Sarah Haywood
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A Reese's Book Club Pick and New York Times Bestseller
"Fans of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine will love The Cactus." --Red magazine
An unforgettable love story that shows sometimes you have to embrace the unexpected.
Susan Green is like a cactus: you can't get too close. She likes things perfectly ordered and predictable. No surprises. But suddenly confronted with the loss of her mother and the unexpected news that she is about to become a mother herself, Susan's greatest fear is realized. She is losing control.
Enter Rob, the dubious but well-meaning friend of her lazy brother. As Susan's due date draws near and her world falls further into a tailspin, Susan finds an unlikely ally in Rob. She might have a chance at finding real love and learning to love herself, if only she can figure out how to let go.
"I found myself laughing out loud." --Reese Witherspoon
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Book Details
ISBN:
9780778369073
EAN:
9780778369073
Binding:
Paperback
Pages:
384
Authors:
Sarah Haywood
Publisher:
Park Row

What a lovely book, I thoroughly enjoyed reading every chapter. It was very difficult to put it down. Well written and very interesting.
What a lovely book, I thoroughly enjoyed reading every chapter. It was very difficult to put it down. Well written and very interesting.
I enjoyed this book. I feel like the characters were well written. The story flowed and it was an easy read. I did see 1 of the twists coming but not the other. This book reminds you how motherhood and family can redefine you. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I enjoyed this book. I feel like the characters were well written. The story flowed and it was an easy read. I did see 1 of the twists coming but not the other. This book reminds you how motherhood and family can redefine you. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
In The Cactus, Sarah Haywood delivers a charming and heartfelt love story about learning to embrace life's surprises. Meet Susan Green, a meticulous and orderly woman who prefers predictability—much like a cactus that thrives in solitude. However, her tightly controlled world is turned upside down when she faces the twin challenges of her mother’s death and the news that she is about to become a mother herself.As Susan grapples with these changes, she fears losing the order she so cherishes. Enter Rob, her brother's lazy yet well-meaning friend, who unexpectedly becomes a source of support during this turbulent time. As Susan's due date approaches, she finds herself forming an unlikely bond with Rob, who encourages her to confront her fears and reconsider her rigid views on love and relationships.The Cactus is a delightful exploration of personal growth, friendship, and the transformative power of love. Haywood's witty prose and relatable characters make for an engaging read, reminding us that sometimes the most beautiful connections arise when we are willing to let go of control and open ourselves up to the unexpected. This novel is a celebration of self-discovery and the journey toward finding genuine love in all its forms.