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The Unmaking of June Farrow: A Novel
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A woman risks everything to end her family’s centuries-old curse, solve her mother’s disappearance, and find love in this mesmerizing novel from the author of Spells for Forgetting.
“Come for the fresh twist on time travel; stay for the love story.”—Good Housekeeping
A GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AND SHE READS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
In the small mountain town of Jasper, North Carolina, June Farrow is waiting for fate to find her. The Farrow women are known for their thriving flower farm—and the mysterious curse that has plagued their family line. The whole town remembers the madness that led to Susanna Farrow’s disappearance, leaving June to be raised by her grandmother and haunted by rumors.
It’s been a year since June started seeing and hearing things that weren’t there. Faint wind chimes, a voice calling her name, and a mysterious door appearing out of nowhere—the signs of what June always knew was coming. But June is determined to end the curse once and for all, even if she must sacrifice finding love and having a family of her own.
After her grandmother’s death, June discovers a series of cryptic clues regarding her mother’s decades-old disappearance, except they only lead to more questions. But could the door she once assumed was a hallucination be the answer she’s been searching for? The next time it appears, June realizes she can touch it and walk past the threshold. And when she does, she embarks on a journey that will not only change both the past and the future, but also uncover the lingering mysteries of her small town and entangle her heart in an epic star-crossed love.
With The Unmaking of June Farrow, Adrienne Young delivers a brilliant novel of romance, mystery, and a touch of the impossible—a story you will never forget.
“Come for the fresh twist on time travel; stay for the love story.”—Good Housekeeping
A GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AND SHE READS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR
In the small mountain town of Jasper, North Carolina, June Farrow is waiting for fate to find her. The Farrow women are known for their thriving flower farm—and the mysterious curse that has plagued their family line. The whole town remembers the madness that led to Susanna Farrow’s disappearance, leaving June to be raised by her grandmother and haunted by rumors.
It’s been a year since June started seeing and hearing things that weren’t there. Faint wind chimes, a voice calling her name, and a mysterious door appearing out of nowhere—the signs of what June always knew was coming. But June is determined to end the curse once and for all, even if she must sacrifice finding love and having a family of her own.
After her grandmother’s death, June discovers a series of cryptic clues regarding her mother’s decades-old disappearance, except they only lead to more questions. But could the door she once assumed was a hallucination be the answer she’s been searching for? The next time it appears, June realizes she can touch it and walk past the threshold. And when she does, she embarks on a journey that will not only change both the past and the future, but also uncover the lingering mysteries of her small town and entangle her heart in an epic star-crossed love.
With The Unmaking of June Farrow, Adrienne Young delivers a brilliant novel of romance, mystery, and a touch of the impossible—a story you will never forget.
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"You may have ruined my life, June. But first, you gave me one."
This book was heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time! I thoroughly enjoyed this read and want to explore more from this author! I got a little lost at the ending but overall great story!
Originally reviewed on Cyn's Workshop
The Unmaking of June Farrow is a wild ride. Dealing with a family curse and her mother’s mysterious disappearance, June is determined to solve the mystery.
Storytelling
This novel was wild. The women in the Farrow family are plagued with this curse, this ability to travel back in time, to go through a door and be somewhere else in time. However, this causes a fraying of their mind, putting it in two places and forcing them to live the what-ifs and past as they live.
For June, she is determined to end the curse on herself. But when her grandmother dies, leaving her with a mysterious photo of her mother in the past…and a man whose death is never solved….a man she learns is her father.
Reading this novel was…tricky, to say the least. It was not tricky because it was hard to understand, but it was tricky in how most time travel stories usually are.
Personally, I loved it. I loved wrapping my head around the mystery, the time travel aspect of the novel, and the formed paradoxes. And by the time I reached the end, I was filled with this melancholy.
It’s bittersweet at the end, especially given how the story unravels. As the reader, you understand the story is a loop; it will repeat and unfold in precisely the same way.
And it’s moving to be so emotionally attached to the characters and how June evolved. To see how the characters will be affected by her decisions and how the whole story is impacted.
Final Thoughts
The Unmaking of June Farrow was, well, I think, brilliantly done. I can’t quite pinpoint the exact word to describe it, but for a novel that deals with time travel, you’re invested in the story and mystery as a reader.
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A little trippy, The Unmaking of June Farrow takes readers back in time to solve the mystery of her family’s curse.
The Unmaking of June Farrow is a wild ride. Dealing with a family curse and her mother’s mysterious disappearance, June is determined to solve the mystery.
Storytelling
This novel was wild. The women in the Farrow family are plagued with this curse, this ability to travel back in time, to go through a door and be somewhere else in time. However, this causes a fraying of their mind, putting it in two places and forcing them to live the what-ifs and past as they live.
For June, she is determined to end the curse on herself. But when her grandmother dies, leaving her with a mysterious photo of her mother in the past…and a man whose death is never solved….a man she learns is her father.
Reading this novel was…tricky, to say the least. It was not tricky because it was hard to understand, but it was tricky in how most time travel stories usually are.
Personally, I loved it. I loved wrapping my head around the mystery, the time travel aspect of the novel, and the formed paradoxes. And by the time I reached the end, I was filled with this melancholy.
It’s bittersweet at the end, especially given how the story unravels. As the reader, you understand the story is a loop; it will repeat and unfold in precisely the same way.
And it’s moving to be so emotionally attached to the characters and how June evolved. To see how the characters will be affected by her decisions and how the whole story is impacted.
Final Thoughts
The Unmaking of June Farrow was, well, I think, brilliantly done. I can’t quite pinpoint the exact word to describe it, but for a novel that deals with time travel, you’re invested in the story and mystery as a reader.
See more reviews at Cyn's Workshop and follow me on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | Tumblr | Spotify Podcast | YouTube | BookBub | Goodreads+ | LinkedIn
I loved this book! My mind was completely folded up trying to figure out where this book was going, but I love how each confusing storyline had an explanation. It felt long at some points, but in the end it was all necessary. I could totally see this as a movie. It gives Time Traveler's Wife and Kindred vibes. I also loved the authors note at the end. Love a conscious white author.
This book is unlike any I’ve ever read; it felt like a breath of fresh air. I’m not sure I would have picked it up if my book club hadn’t recommended it, but I’m so glad I did because I loved it.
It’s a beautiful, deep story that genuinely touches the heart. It took me a few chapters to get into it, but once I was engrossed, I couldn’t put it down.
I don't want to reveal too much, as I don't want to spoil any part of this stunning narrative. All I will say is that you need to pay close attention, as it can get confusing, but everything comes together beautifully by the end.
The story is told lyrically, the world-building is intricate, and the characters are wonderfully flawed. As a reader, I often felt torn: What would June do, and how would her actions affect those from the past and the present?
I did predict one of the twists at the end, but I felt that we were meant to figure it out. I loved being on this journey with June and felt fully invested in her story. It was an emotional read, filled with themes of grief, guilt, betrayal, hope, and love.
This book is unique, and I’m so glad I took a chance on it.
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