simmer_paws's review
5.0
5/5 Stars
Rep : Latinx Lesbian Main Character, Sapphic Love interest, Korean American Side Character, Disabled Side Character
I received an arc of the Hollow from the Publisher in exchange for an honest review via netgalley. Thank you to BOOM Studios! and Netgalley.
I saw this graphic novel pop up yesterday on Netgalley and was very interested in it. I grabbed it and binge read it in one sitting. The story was adorable, the characters had great development, and the art style was amazing.
I am very picky what art styles I like in graphic novels and this was perfect for me, it was the right mix of realistic and cartoonish. I felt like the art style also fit the story perfectly and helped make it what it is.
The Hollow is based around Sleepy Hollow, it’s set in Sleepy Hollow, where everyone believes that it’s a true story and they celebrate it all year round especially during halloween. Izzy Crane just moved to Sleepy Hollow and doesn’t believe that the story could possibly be true until she falls into the orbit of town royalty, Vicky Van Tassel and becomes friends with Croc Byun. When they uncover a secret about the Van Tassel family, they must team up to try and save Vicky’s life.
The representation in this book was amazing and very subtle, it wasn’t made to be a big deal which I can appreciate when it isn’t a focus of the story. The friendship development was very realistic and I really related to becoming quick friends after moving to a new school. I also loved the relationship between Vicky and Izzy, it was so cute to read about.
I highly recommend this as a cute halloween graphic novel with friendship, magic, and diversity.
Rep : Latinx Lesbian Main Character, Sapphic Love interest, Korean American Side Character, Disabled Side Character
I received an arc of the Hollow from the Publisher in exchange for an honest review via netgalley. Thank you to BOOM Studios! and Netgalley.
I saw this graphic novel pop up yesterday on Netgalley and was very interested in it. I grabbed it and binge read it in one sitting. The story was adorable, the characters had great development, and the art style was amazing.
I am very picky what art styles I like in graphic novels and this was perfect for me, it was the right mix of realistic and cartoonish. I felt like the art style also fit the story perfectly and helped make it what it is.
The Hollow is based around Sleepy Hollow, it’s set in Sleepy Hollow, where everyone believes that it’s a true story and they celebrate it all year round especially during halloween. Izzy Crane just moved to Sleepy Hollow and doesn’t believe that the story could possibly be true until she falls into the orbit of town royalty, Vicky Van Tassel and becomes friends with Croc Byun. When they uncover a secret about the Van Tassel family, they must team up to try and save Vicky’s life.
The representation in this book was amazing and very subtle, it wasn’t made to be a big deal which I can appreciate when it isn’t a focus of the story. The friendship development was very realistic and I really related to becoming quick friends after moving to a new school. I also loved the relationship between Vicky and Izzy, it was so cute to read about.
I highly recommend this as a cute halloween graphic novel with friendship, magic, and diversity.
ktdakotareads's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
marianag_'s review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
luciguara's review
3.0
la historia me gusto, plus es lgbt. El arte no tanto, parecia ¿viejo? no se, siento que le falto calidad.
splendidmusings's review
5.0
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Thank you to NetGalley and BOOM! Studios for the DRC!
Are you looking for a short, sweet graphic novel filled with adventure and young love? Well, look no further because Hollow hits all the check marks!
Hollow is a YA graphic novel about Izzy Crane, a young girl who moves to the little town of sleepy hollow. When Izzy befriends Vicky Van Tassel and Croc Byun, the three set off to uncover the truth about the Headless Horseman.
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed reading this. The pacing and overall plot of the story brought me back to my Archie comic days; it was a quick read that left me feeling nostalgic. From the very first page, I was eager to learn more about the quaint town of sleepy hollow and its endearing residents.
One of my favorite aspects of this graphic novel was the diversity in characters and the queer representation! I immediately fell in love with all the characters and the relationship between the three main protagonists.
I found myself rooting for these characters and sharing their love for one another. Throughout the story, I was rooting for them during their adventure and was excited to see them build their friendships.
Overall, this graphic novel was a quick and fun spin on the classic story and a must-read for anyone wanting an enjoyable read for the Halloween season!
TL;DR
- An enjoyable plot that reminded me of old-school Archie comics.
- Exciting and engaging spin on the classic Headless Horseman story.
- Excellent queer representation and diversity in characters.
- Loveable main protagonists that worked well together.
- The story had great life lessons and showcased the value of working together.
Thank you to NetGalley and BOOM! Studios for the DRC!
Are you looking for a short, sweet graphic novel filled with adventure and young love? Well, look no further because Hollow hits all the check marks!
Hollow is a YA graphic novel about Izzy Crane, a young girl who moves to the little town of sleepy hollow. When Izzy befriends Vicky Van Tassel and Croc Byun, the three set off to uncover the truth about the Headless Horseman.
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed reading this. The pacing and overall plot of the story brought me back to my Archie comic days; it was a quick read that left me feeling nostalgic. From the very first page, I was eager to learn more about the quaint town of sleepy hollow and its endearing residents.
One of my favorite aspects of this graphic novel was the diversity in characters and the queer representation! I immediately fell in love with all the characters and the relationship between the three main protagonists.
I found myself rooting for these characters and sharing their love for one another. Throughout the story, I was rooting for them during their adventure and was excited to see them build their friendships.
Overall, this graphic novel was a quick and fun spin on the classic story and a must-read for anyone wanting an enjoyable read for the Halloween season!
TL;DR
- An enjoyable plot that reminded me of old-school Archie comics.
- Exciting and engaging spin on the classic Headless Horseman story.
- Excellent queer representation and diversity in characters.
- Loveable main protagonists that worked well together.
- The story had great life lessons and showcased the value of working together.
bellayeahyeahyeah's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
4.5
kthompson9's review
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
katbook42's review
dark
funny
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
micaelacccc's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0