The story was pleasantly atmospheric and I found myself wondering what was happening... but in a good way.

Adrienne Young is a skilled wordsmith who always crafts engaging stories. I enjoyed the different tone in this book, as it shows off her range.

I love Adrienne’s books I have bought and read every single one. I love these small town magical books she’s doing and will continue to read anything she writes

Adrienne Young's The Unmaking of June Farrow is an enchanting and deeply atmospheric novel that takes readers on a journey through mystery, romance, and supernatural intrigue. If I had to sum it up in three words, I would describe it as atmospheric, shocking, and romantic. Though I had read the book's description beforehand, I couldn’t help but feel as though I went in "blind," which only enhanced my enjoyment of the unfolding story.
From the very first glance, the cover of this book beckons with its magical imagery. Let’s be honest, we all judge books by their covers, and this one immediately sparked my interest. It wasn’t just the cover that captivated me, but also the story inside. My book club, which selected this as our September 2024 read, unanimously rated it an impressive 4.5 stars on average. Personally, I gave it a solid 4 stars—while there were a few moments where the pacing lagged, the overall experience left a lasting impact.
This novel feels timeless, much like Tuck Everlasting or Practical Magic, making it a perfect read for fans of those classics. Young weaves a world that blends mystery, family legacy, and a touch of the supernatural, creating a narrative that lingers in the mind long after the last page is turned.
Overall, The Unmaking of June Farrow is a hauntingly beautiful story that offers both a sense of wonder and deep emotional resonance. A perfect choice for those who appreciate atmospheric fiction with a romantic and magical twist.
Rating: 4/5 Stars
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was a compelling story and June's character arc was well executed. Loved the magical realism and small town vibes aspects.

A very creative, inventive story with time travel, romance, and a tiny mystery. While the writing was great, I just wish it moved faster.

I feel like the narrator said the same version of the same thing she was feeling which hindered the story's movement. In a lot of the middle, I could tell what was going to happen next from a mile away, and it took somehow 7% more of the book to get there. Could easily have been tightened up, but that said, the premise was very interesting. A little detailed and dare I say at times a little tricky to remember all the details, but very intriguing. This is what kept me reading - had to learn where it all led!

Was definitely surprised by 1 twist which was fun. It was big on atmosphere - this would make a great TV series! Was very invested in the characters by about 65% into the book, but it did kind of take that long. Enjoyable and creative!

This book was a fun mystery ride through the tangles of family history and lore. Some of the characterization was under developed in terms of the story line itself being so beautiful. I did really enjoy this book and look forward to re-reading it and seeing what I may have missed the first go around.

June Farrow thinks she will break the curse of the Farrow women and their weird lives and timelines. She won't have children and pass this on. At least that is what the 2023 June says.

After walking through the door, 1951 June realizes she left her daughter and husband a year earlier.

Will she go back to the present or stay with her daughter?

This was hauntingly beautiful. It kept me on the edge of my seat with the atmospherically gorgeous writing and the mystery along the way. I'm also a sucker for time travel, so that was an automatic win for me.

Thank you so much Random House for this ARC.

This book was incredible. I struggle very much with books that jump timelines but Adrienne Young found a way to make it so easy to follow along and what an incredible story about a women, a fraying rope of time, and a door. I was on the edge of my seat while June and I pieced the puzzle together and I did not expect ANY of the conclusions that came about.

I totally cried at the ending, this book will stick with me for a long time I can tell. I will definitely look to read more from this author in future.

Adrienne Young does it again. Adrienne weaves beautiful stories and the book does not disappoint. The book is full of fantasy, mystery and emotion.

Magic, simply magic. The kind of book that makes you follow an author forever. I can’t wait to pick up her next one!

Oh my heart!! I loved this so much!! The Unmaking of June Farrow is officially my favorite book by Adrienne Young yet! Raw, emotional and absolutely breathtaking - I wish I could read it again for the first time!

Thank you so much Delacorte Press for sending me a copy!

gorgeous, twisty, atmospheric. a wonderful book with such interesting elements and ideas. i'm very impressed

I don’t give unconditional 5 stars very often but this one did it. I thought this book was perfect. It was simple and perfect. The combination of familial line curses, time travel, grief navigation and mystery really did it for me. Adrienne Young writes so beautifully you can feel the emotion in every word. I can’t wait for more from her.

the unmaking of june farrow by adrienne young
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“when margaret anne farrow died in her sleep on june 10, 2023, i became the last living farrow on earth.”
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june farrow is a woman standing at the edge of her own reality, the weight of generations pressing into her bones. the novel unfurls like a dream, a slipstream of past and present colliding in ways both breathtaking and devastating.
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“the easiest and most widely accepted explanation for my mother’s strange disappearance was madness—the same affliction to befall every woman in my family for as far back as anyone could remember. we were cursed—the farrow women.”
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where do i even begin with this haunting, luminous masterpiece? the unmaking of june farrow is a story that reaches across time, threading its fingers through fate and unearthing the buried ghosts of love and loss. adrienne young has crafted something extraordinary— this is a book about unraveling and becoming, about stepping into the unknown and finding yourself on the other side. it is a book that reminds us that love—true, unwavering love—can transcend even time itself. and as i closed the final pages, heart full and shattered all at once, i knew: june farrow’s story would stay with me forever.
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“it came for my grandmother, as it came for my mother, and now it had come for me. for years, the town of jasper had been watching me, waiting for the madness to show itself. they didn’t know it was already there, brimming beneath the surface.”
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Absolutely loved this book! Adrienne Young never lets me down with her books. I'll gladly post a a positive review!

The Unmaking of June Farrow had all the same feels and vibes of Spells for Forgetting. The story of June was very well done in my opinion and I enjoyed every bit of her story. I really enjoyed the "multiverse" or door aspect. I feel like most questions were answered in a satisfactory fashion. This book gave me cozy almost "whodunit" vibes. I'd recommend if you are into books that you can't put down and a nostalgic magical feel.

Adrienne Young will never cease to impress me with her automospheric writing. I was immediately transported into this world. June Farrow was a strong and independent character who pushed for answers. Well some may need further explanation into the magic system in a story. I prefer to simply be placed into a story with magic established as if you are expected to be one of the characters yourself. I immediately recommended this story to my book club.

This was so good. The vibes were so good. I loved the characters and the atmosphere. So so pretty. Would recommend.

I loved this book so much! This story was captivating and so addicting. It was heartbreaking while also being heartwarming at the same time. I loved the characters and how much they had to go through in this book. They had so many hard decisions to make and it was just an amazing read. The writing was so beautiful and lyrical and I just could not put it down.