Title: Until July
Author: Aurora Rose Reynolds
First published April 3, 2015
240 pages, Nook
ISBN: 2940152157420
Rating: 4.16
Overview
Ryder Black never expected to fall in love, but fate has a funny way of intervening. When he meets the beautiful and feisty Jade Mayson, he’s taken aback by her fiery personality and stunning looks, and he knows he needs to protect her at all costs.
Jade Mayson can’t resist the rugged and mysterious Ryder Black, and she’s determined to make him hers. But with her overprotective father, Asher Mayson, watching her every move, she’s not sure how to convince him that Ryder is the one for her.
Will Ryder and Jade’s love be enough to overcome the obstacles in their way?
About the Author
Aurora Rose Reynolds, a bestselling author on the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal lists, has captured the hearts of readers globally with her series Until, Until Him, Until Her, Underground Kings and Shooting Stars.
Reynolds began writing as a way to channel the alpha male characters that filled her mind, but it has since become a means of sharing her tales with a wider audience.
Editoral Review
Aurora Rose Reynolds Until July is a contemporary romance novel published on April 3, 2015. The book falls under the genre of new adult fiction, known for its relatable characters, youthful themes, and steamy romance.
Reynolds debut novel explores themes of love, heartache, family, and second chances. In this review, we will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the book, the quality of writing, character development, pacing, plot structure, themes, and discuss its cultural significance.
Until July follows the story of July Mayson and Wes Silver, who have an unconventional love story. July is a single mother who falls in love with Wes, a man with a past.
Despite their differences, their love for each other overcomes all the hurdles in their path. Reynolds storytelling style is gripping, visceral, and fast-paced, which makes it difficult to put the book down.
The characters are well-developed, and the emotions are raw and palpable. The setting of the book is contemporary America, which reflects a modern interpretation of love and romance.
Reynolds writing style is straightforward and easy to follow, which makes it ideal for readers who enjoy genre fiction. However, the writing can feel overly simplistic at times, and the dialogue could use more depth and nuance.
The pacing of the book is inconsistent, where some parts are slow, and others are fast. The plot structure isn’t the most original, and certain plot points are predictable.
However, Reynolds does an excellent job of balancing romance and family drama, which gives the characters more depth and complexity. The themes of love and family are universal, and the book hits on some tropes common to the genre of new adult fiction.
If you enjoy books about romantic love, heartache, and redemption, then Until July is a perfect fit. However, the book lacks originality in its themes and doesn’t delve deep enough into the complexities of human emotion.
In terms of cultural significance, Until July portrays a modern interpretation of love and romance. The book is relevant to current issues faced by single mothers, ex-convicts, and people with a troubled past.
The book empathizes with the struggles of people in these situations and acknowledges the complexity of their emotions and relationships. In conclusion, Until July is enjoyable, though not without its flaws.
The book hits all the right notes, but it lacks originality in its themes, plot, and characters. The quality of writing is good, but it could use more nuance and depth.
Reynolds debut novel is perfect for fans of new adult fiction or contemporary romance who enjoy quick reads about love and redemption. For that reason, we rate Until July a 3 out of 5 stars.
