The Cactus

Name: The Cactus
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the New York bestselling debut soon to be a Netflix film starring Reese Witherspoon

By Sarah Haywood

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The Cactus by Sarah Haywood is a delightful general fiction novel that follows Susan Green, a woman with a meticulously ordered life that unexpectedly unravels due to unforeseen events. She navigates personal challenges, gripping family dynamics, and a surprising journey of self-discovery. The story balances humour and poignancy as it explores themes of control, change, and the complexity of familial relationships.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you enjoy stories with a blend of humour and heart, this tale might appeal to you. It explores themes of unexpected change and self-discovery, with a protagonist whose journey might resonate with those who appreciate quirky characters and emotional depth in their reads. Fans of stories about personal growth and embracing life's challenges might find this particularly engaging.

The Cactus

Soon to be a Netflix Original starring Reese Witherspoon as control-queen Susan Green, who aged 45 falls unexpectedly pregnant, and real life in all its messiness shows her it's never too late to bloom.

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SOON TO BE A NETFLIX ORIGINAL STARRING REESE WITHERSPOON A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK 'I found myself laughing out loud at Susan's prickly character' – Reese Witherspoon THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER | SHORTLISTED FOR THE BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD | A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK

People 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

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Cactus by Sarah Haywood is often compared to Gail Honeyman's Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine and is praised for its mix of humour and poignancy. Featuring a flawed yet endearing protagonist named Susan, the novel explores themes like legal battles, motherhood, and personal growth with astute and funny storytelling. It's noted as quirky, charming, and a perfect read for fans of Marian Keyes who enjoy a blend of grit and comedy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473660632

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Two Roads

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 266g

Pages: 384

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Sarah Haywood

About the Author

Sarah Haywood was born in Birmingham. After studying Law, she worked in London and Birkenhead as a solicitor, in Toxteth as an advice worker, and in Manchester as an investigator of complaints about lawyers. She lives in Liverpool with her husband and two sons. Her debut novel, The Cactus, was a Reese Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine Book Club Pick, a Richard and Judy Book Club Pick, and was shortlisted for the Author's Club Best First Novel Award.