The Unmaking of June Farrow

by Adrienne Young
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Good Books rating 4.5
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  • ID: 3664
  • Added: 2025-10-18
  • Updated: 2025-10-19
  • ISBN: 9780593598689
  • Publisher: Dell
  • Published: 2023-10-17
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

In the small mountain town of Jasper, North Carolina, June Farrow is haunted by a family curse and the mysterious disappearance of her mother. Raised by her grandmother, June has always been aware of the strange occurrences that plague her family, including visions of a mysterious door that seems to lead nowhere. After her grandmother's death, June discovers cryptic clues that suggest the door might hold the key to solving her mother's disappearance and breaking the curse. When the door reappears, June decides to step through it, embarking on a journey that will alter the past and future, uncover the secrets of her town, and entangle her heart in a star-crossed love story. Adrienne Young weaves a spellbinding narrative that blends romance, mystery, and elements of the impossible. June's journey is not just about solving the curse but also about self-discovery and the power of love. The novel explores themes of family, legacy, and the enduring impact of the past on the present. With its lush setting and intricate plot, The Unmaking of June Farrow is a story that will linger in readers' minds long after the final page.

Reviews
Peanut Blossom Book Club · 2024-10-03
solid 5.00

The novel is praised for its solid storytelling and emotional depth, earning a high rating. The reviewer found it to be a well-deserved 5-star read.

The reviewer was highly impressed by the novel, awarding it a perfect score. They found the storytelling to be solid and the emotional depth to be profound, making it a standout read. The reviewer appreciated the way the novel balances different elements to create a cohesive and impactful narrative. They felt that the novel's strengths lie in its ability to engage the reader on multiple levels, making it a highly enjoyable and memorable experience.

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    It is a really solid pick to achieve this high of a score and it absolutely earned it.

    The novel's emotional depth is one of its strongest points.

    The storytelling is solid and engaging, making it a standout read.

She's Becoming Bookish · 2023-12-17
masterful 5.00

The novel is described as masterful, elegant, and emotionally resonant, with a compelling narrative that absorbs the reader completely. The reviewer found it thought-provoking and deeply engaging.

The reviewer was thoroughly captivated by the novel, praising its elegant prose and thought-provoking themes. They highlighted the emotional resonance and the way the story unfolds, making it a completely absorbing read. The reviewer felt that the novel's depth and complexity set it apart, making it a standout in the genre. They appreciated the way the story weaves together various elements to create a rich and immersive experience.

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    This novel is nothing short of masterful—elegant, thought-provoking, emotionally resonant, and completely absorbing.

    I wanted to live inside the story, to experience its beauty and depth firsthand.

    The way the narrative unfolds is both compelling and deeply engaging.

The Lily Cafe · 2023-10-19
rich 3.50

The story is rich and atmospheric, blending romance, mystery, and family dynamics effectively. While not spellbinding, it propels the reader through its engaging narrative.

The reviewer found the novel to be a rich and atmospheric story that effectively blends romance, mystery, and family dynamics. They appreciated the engaging narrative that keeps the reader interested, even if it doesn't reach the heights of being spellbinding. The reviewer highlighted the novel's ability to create a compelling atmosphere and its ability to weave together different elements into a cohesive and enjoyable read. They felt that the story's strengths lie in its ability to draw the reader in and maintain their interest throughout.

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    A rich, atmospheric story full of romance, mystery, and family.

    The Unmaking of June Farrow isn't exactly spellbinding, but certainly propels the reader forward.

    The novel's ability to create a compelling atmosphere is one of its strongest points.

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