Reese's Book Club x Hello Sunshine discussion

We love a book with a dash of romance. Susan's romance with Rob was the slow burn we love. It's unexpected with a bit of an 'enemies to lovers' feel.

What did you think of Rob and Susan's relationship?

Do you often look for some sort of romance in the books you read?

I avoid romances, and skipped this one. Especially romances for the sake of romances. If the greater story contains a dash of romance, I will stay, but if the whole purpose of putting pen to paper is to describe a romance, I'm outta there.

Hoping July is more something else, less romance. Seems we've had a lot of romances.

God! Do I eve agree with you! I do give it a chance but often DNF then. Hope July isn’t romance or non fiction! Will see

You should really give it a chance. While the book jacket gears it as her falling for him etc etc. I think her family drama and new friends and personal growth take a larger role than the romance.

I loved Susan and Rob. I’m glad they ended up together. I love a good romance story.

I liked how the signs of her slowly falling in love showed. Her doing different things and opening to other people

I do tend to gravitate toward books with some element of romance, but, I must say "The Cactus" did not come across to me as a romance. Yes, her character developed and opened up to relationships mid-book, but that did not seem to be the focal point (at least to me) of the story.
I think I was rather indifferent about her relationship with Rob - I probably sided with Richard due to the circumstances.
I was a bit surprised I enjoyed this book so much and it stayed with me because of her character and portrayal of a self sufficient woman who did not need others to complete her.

Sue wrote: "I do tend to gravitate toward books with some element of romance, but, I must say "The Cactus" did not come across to me as a romance. Yes, her character developed and opened up to relationships mi..."

I've avoided this book because I'm not a romancey type. . . but I do like relationships that are quirky. . . it sounds like the read was worth your time. . .? Perhaps I should crack it open. . . ?

Moonkiszt wrote: "Sue wrote: "I do tend to gravitate toward books with some element of romance, but, I must say "The Cactus" did not come across to me as a romance. Yes, her character developed and opened up to rela..."

Moonkiszt I would definitely say Susan's character had a somewhat quirky side in that, her character was not a romantic type. Independent, self-reliant are traits that come to mind.
You might enjoy the book, just know her character learned a lot about herself and that's what helped her adapt to her future. Even in the end, I would not call her a romantic. To me, it was a story about family dynamics, secrets, and discovery. ;-)

Yes, the focus of the book wasn't romance for sure, so it is nice to see how it kind of "happens" that somebody falls in love even when they didn't plan to do so. I also rooted for Richard, but I'm sure Rob will be an amazing father and partner for her

Romantic!!