The Cactus

Sarah Haywood

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A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK'I found myself laughing out loud at Susan's prickly character' Reese WitherspoonTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | SHORTLISTED FOR THE BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD | A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICKPeople aren't sure what to make of Susan Green. Family and colleagues find her prickly and hard to understand - but Susan makes perfect sense to herself. Age 45, she thinks her life is perfect.

She has a London flat which is ideal for one; a steady job that suits her passion for logic; and a personal arrangement providing cultural and other, more intimate, benefits. Yet suddenly faced with the loss of her mother and, implausibly, with the possibility of becoming a mother herself, Susan's greatest fear is being realised: she is losing control. And things can only get worse ... at least in Susan's eyes. This sparkling debut is a breath of fresh air with real heart and a powerful emotional punch. In Susan we find a character as exasperating and delightful as The Rosie Project's Don Tillman. An uncompromising feminist and a fierce fighter, it's a joy to watch her bloom.'Quirky, poignant and extremely readable' Sunday Mirror'Brilliantly comic' The Lady'Wonderfully funny and astute' Red'Funny, compelling, well-written...for fans of Marian Keyes who demand a bit of grit in their comic writing' Emerald Street

What will you learn from this book

  1. Unconventional Protagonist: Susan Green is portrayed as a unique and independent protagonist who values her solitude and has her own set of rules.

  2. Unexpected Pregnancy: Susan's life takes a turn when she unexpectedly becomes pregnant, challenging her carefully planned and structured existence.

  3. Personal Growth: Throughout the book, Susan undergoes personal growth as she navigates the challenges of impending motherhood, leading to self-discovery and change.

  4. Family Dynamics: The novel explores Susan's complex relationships with her family members, shedding light on past conflicts and the dynamics within her family.

  5. Friendship and Support: As Susan navigates her new reality, she forms unexpected connections and finds support in unlikely places, emphasizing the importance of friendship.

  6. Humor and Wit: The book is infused with humor and wit, offering a lighthearted and entertaining narrative despite touching on serious themes.

  7. Themes of Acceptance: It delves into themes of acceptance, resilience, and adapting to unexpected changes in life.

  8. Romantic Relationships: The novel touches on Susan's romantic relationships and how her pregnancy impacts her perspective on love and partnership.

  9. Emotional Depth: Beneath the humor, the book delves into deeper emotions, portraying Susan's vulnerabilities and fears.

  10. Journey to Motherhood: Susan's journey to becoming a mother and her transformation through this experience is a central focus of the story.

Language English
ISBN-13 9781473660632
No of pages 384
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Two Roads
Published Date 04 Oct 2018

About Author

Author : Sarah Haywood

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