57 pages • 1 hour read
Dusti BowlingMomentous Events in the Life of a Cactus
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Dusti Bowling’s Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus, 14-year-old Aven Green, born without arms, navigates the challenges of high school, including stares, jokes, and a heartbreaking bullying incident, while juggling friendships, new relationships, and life at Stagecoach Pass. Sensitive topics include instances of bullying.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling has been praised for its compelling and heartwarming exploration of disability, resilience, and adolescence. Readers appreciate the strong, relatable protagonist and engaging narrative. Criticisms focus on predictable plot elements, but overall the book is lauded for its positive messages and authentic voice.
Who Should Read Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus?
Readers who enjoy heartwarming, character-driven stories about overcoming adversity, like R.J. Palacio’s Wonder or Holly Goldberg Sloan’s Counting by 7s, will find Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling uplifting and engaging, with its unique protagonist and themes of resilience and self-discovery.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Romance
Disability
Bullying
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage