Adrienne Young has become an auto-read author for me in the last couple of years so I was VERY excited to read The Unmaking of June Farrow. It sounds like a book that is right up my alley with elements of magical realism, romance, and time travel. This was one of those books that I knew I was going to love almost immediately upon starting to read it. I devoured this book and loved every moment. Everything about the story and setting were so vivid in my mind as I read thanks to Young’s beautiful writing and incredible ability to place her readers in the midst of the story. The feeling of magic and nostalgia in this novel were absolutely wonderful. I will forever love this novel.

Adrienne Young is one of my favorite authors. I’ve been a fan since I read Sky in the Deep many years ago. She writes beautifully and always keeps me intrigued. As soon as i began reading this story about a woman named June trying to break a curse that has plagued all the women in her family for centuries, I know Young had done it again.

After the passing of her Grandmother, June starts finding clues about her family curse that she thinks might help her break it. Through this journey she learns loads of things she didn’t know before.

I really enjoyed June’s character and her journey. This story really keeps you on your toes with all of its wonderful aspects.

Thank you, NetGalley and Delacorte Press for an arc of this book in return for an honest review.

The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young
3.5 🌟

This was a magical cute story. I enjoy this author even though not my typical theme. Truly unlike anything I have read and lots of twists and mystery.

June is the daughter of Susanna and a woman in caught in between times and a curse or just some bad luck.

A door magically appears and after her grand died she decides to walk through unknowingly walking into the past where she had another life. She re-meets the town including her husband and daughter. When she is trying to find out what happened in the past she learns a lot about her family and the reasons they time hop. She also uncovers a murder, her half brother, and the bread crumbs planted to help her. A through line of maternal protection was sweet.

I am starting to think of Ms. Young as a to-be-read author. Wonderful story. Full of love, family and really interesting characters. Magic too. I still need to work some of the timeline stuff through, but Ms. Young makes it all seem believable.

I always love a good Adrienne Young book! This one was no exception.

Such a good read, can’t wait for the sequel!

I will say this is my least favourite book of hers. . I liked the idea of time travelling, but it made it seem like it was inevitable, but also that some of the Farrows didn’t. The curse was never fully explained or why it didn’t affect the brother. The more I think about it the more the Birdie plot line unravels. I did feel bad for Mason as well. I did really like all the characters and I think if the plot was more fleshed out I could have loved it.

I ended up listening to the audiobook version of this book. I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. This book had mystery, time travel, romance, and suspense. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I loved the writing and the story. I loved the relationship between June and Eamon. The time travel aspect did get a little confusing, but I always tend to get confused with time travel stories. Parts of this story made me tear up a little. Overall, I thought this was an engrossing read that I would recommend to anyone. I will definitely be reading more from this author in the future.

The vibes and atmosphere that Adrienne Young provides are off the charts. But some of the explanations and world building have holes in them that take me out of the story.

I loved this book! It reminded me of The Time Travelers Wife and The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, but it was also unlike anything I've read before. I adored June. Although I tried to guess how the story would end, it was a very pleasant surprise that I did not see coming!

Magical realism book about a lady in her early 30s raised by her grandmother and trying to figure out the ‘curse’ that has befallen all of the women in her family. As they age, they start having visions. June starts having visions herself, and is trying to make sense of her condition before it drives her insane, in the midst of dealing with the loss of her grandmother. This is a time traveling book that is complicated but pretty easy to swallow, if you don’t think too very hard about it and just enjoy the story that it is.

"The Unmaking of June Farrow" is an enchanting blend of mystery, family legacy, and self-discovery that kept me hooked from the first page. As a working mom, I deeply connected with June's struggles to reconcile her past while making tough choices for her future. Adrienne Young’s vivid storytelling and heartfelt characters made it easy to get lost in the lush setting and intricate plot. This book is a reminder of the strength and resilience it takes to unravel life’s mysteries, and it left me feeling inspired and uplifted.

Adrienne Young is such an interesting, moody, atmospheric writer. This is so far my favorite of her books. I notoriously hate anything with time travel or enough magic that plots don’t line up neatly and I’m writing this as a compliment: the plot had too many holes or eyebrow-raisers for my taste and I didn’t even care. It was just that good that I could look past my small grievances as enjoy the incredible ride she took me on.

3.75 stars

I love Adrienne's writing. Her writing is so atmospheric! She has a way of breathing life into her prose that makes them feel so real. This story is grounded in a sense of place.

I loved the time travel/time slipping element to the story. It's right up my alley and I thought it was pretty well done. I didn't find it hard to keep track of timelines and the rules, but I do wish we learned about it faster.

My biggest issue is the pacing. I found it slow -- and repetitive at times. The secrecy and pacing made it hard to connect with the characters. It felt like I was watching the romance play out with June, without really engaging with their emotions.

It's unique and I enjoyed it. I think a lot of others will like it, too, but it might not be for everyone. I'd happily recommend it!

<i>Many thanks to NetGalley, Delacorte Press, and the author for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review.</i>

Break my heart, why don’t you?!

What an utterly magical book. The writing, the emotions, the setting, the characters, the heart- are all just gorgeous!! I felt like I was in this story and watching it all unfold from my porch. All of my senses Just wow. Magic is real, and it’s in these pages.

I really enjoyed the mystery and intrigue found both within the characters and the plot. I couldn’t put this one down. I really enjoyed the depth the alternate timelines added to the overall story. And the settings felt so alive!

So I'm torn on this one. The concept was amazing and the characters were great. The book kept my attention and I enjoyed it to the end, but there was something about it that wasn't for me. Maybe the pacing? Not sure, but at times I found myself wanting to read ahead just to maybe be able to skip over parts because i didn't want to DNF it, but some parts were... meh. Overall, I would recommend this one. Thanks for the ARC opportunity!

I actually read this book a few months ago and it still lives in my head rent free. I personally think that is Adrienne Young's best piece of literature to date. In this book we follow June who lives in a small town in North Carolina. This mysterious curse has plagued the Young family for decades and it has finally taken June's grandmother. After the funeral, she finds a bunch of cryptic clues that deal with her mothers disappearance. June finds out that not everything is as it seems and it's up to her to figure out this curse and break it forever.

This was such a raw emotional book. The character development was amazing. I felt as though I was living on the farm with these characters and I wanted to know what was going to happen next. This book is complex, twisty, unique, and one that I would recommend to anyone. I can not wait to see what she writes next.

4.5 stars .

I CANNOT EXPLAIN HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK. Adrienne Young has done it AGAIN. I loved the mystery/magical realism combination so much and the atmospheric vibes of the story were PERFECT for the season.

Trust Me! Don’t read a synopsis on what this book is about and just read it. Allow it to unfold and immerse you in the words. It is beautifully written and mysterious. I was so intrigued after a few chapters that I could not put it down until I was finished. You can’t help but say this was a great book in the end!

In *The Farrow Curse*, we follow June Farrow, part of a lineage of women haunted by a mysterious curse that alters their past and future. As the story unfolds, we learn about the enigmatic red door that symbolizes their shared fate. June's determination to end the curse for her family drives the narrative, making her the last Farrow.

The book masterfully blends magical realism, mystery, women's fiction, and a touch of romance, creating an engaging and emotional experience. The compelling plot, with its twists and turns, keeps you invested, especially as you navigated the complex timelines. While the romance felt more told than shown and some plot points could’ve been explored further, the overall journey of self-discovery and life-altering choices was beautifully executed.

I recommend keeping notes for the timelines and rereading the beginning for added enjoyment after finishing the book. I really hope there's a movie adaptation, the story has such a cinematic quality to it. Overall, it’s a mesmerizing tale that resonates deeply, the lingering questions I was left with not withstanding.