itsjoenna's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Violence, and Animal death
Moderate: Death, Car accident, and Child death
Minor: Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
shaipanda's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
Omg I LOVEDDDD THIS!!! Definitely one of my new favorite graphic novels I’ve read :) I loved the characters, the diversity, the art style, the plot everything was just done so so wellll
I was also really happy to find that as someone who has never read the full Sleepy Hollow story I was able to fully follow the story and graphic novel.
I’m sure there are additional layers to the story that I would gain if I read the original story and then reread this so I might do that at some point but for now I was really happy that I could still understand and appreciate this novel without that
I was also really happy to find that as someone who has never read the full Sleepy Hollow story I was able to fully follow the story and graphic novel.
I’m sure there are additional layers to the story that I would gain if I read the original story and then reread this so I might do that at some point but for now I was really happy that I could still understand and appreciate this novel without that
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking, Animal death, and Violence
Moderate: Child death, Car accident, and Death
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury
ashylibrarian's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Hollow is a fun, unique twist on the classic haunting story of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. The town of Sleepy Hollow is obsessed with the literary history and the legend of the headless horseman. After being forced to move here due to her mom's work, Izzy is not too impressed. She finds all of the hype a bit much and doesn't believe in ghosts...that is until she is chased down by THE headless horseman. Choosing to confront them, Izzy learns a truth that could be fatal.
This is a charming graphic novel that brings together three unlikely heroes who are set forth to find answers, discover who they want to be, and protect each other along the way.
This can be read at any time of the year, and I think it will make a great spooky season recommendation.
This is a charming graphic novel that brings together three unlikely heroes who are set forth to find answers, discover who they want to be, and protect each other along the way.
This can be read at any time of the year, and I think it will make a great spooky season recommendation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Animal death, and Stalking
Moderate: Death and Car accident
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, and Murder
indeedithappens's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Car accident, Death, Child death, Fire/Fire injury, Stalking, and Violence
spooderman's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Stalking, and Violence
Moderate: Death and Murder
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, Child death, and Car accident
melaniereadsbooks's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Thank you to BOOM! Studios and Netgalley for an arc of this one!
200 years after the events of Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," the town celebrates every year...awesome for most, kind of torture for Vicky Van Tassel, who is made to play Katrina in the festival every year. When Izzy Crane moves to town, she senses something strange is happening that the smiling faces of Sleepy Hollow might not realize.
I knew almost nothing about this book going in other than it was queer. I'm gonna be honest, I didn't even know it was based on The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. I loved it though! It was so cute and Izzy is such a great character! Also Vicky is an incredible versatile mid-size queen and I love her character design so much!
This was super cute and I enjoyed reading it immensely!
200 years after the events of Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," the town celebrates every year...awesome for most, kind of torture for Vicky Van Tassel, who is made to play Katrina in the festival every year. When Izzy Crane moves to town, she senses something strange is happening that the smiling faces of Sleepy Hollow might not realize.
I knew almost nothing about this book going in other than it was queer. I'm gonna be honest, I didn't even know it was based on The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. I loved it though! It was so cute and Izzy is such a great character! Also Vicky is an incredible versatile mid-size queen and I love her character design so much!
This was super cute and I enjoyed reading it immensely!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Stalking, and Violence
Minor: Child death, Car accident, Kidnapping, and Death
rowanhill's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
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
4.5
What can I say? This queer romance graphic novel set in a modern day Sleepy Hollow is an absolute delight and perfect for the spooky season. Though a retelling, this version of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is not nearly as dark as its predecessors and has a good mix of humor and warmth to go with the spookier elements. Those looking for a truly scary and close retelling should probably avoid this one. However, anyone else who is here for a good time and some light Halloween vibes should definitely check this one out!
After her mom gets a new job at a high end restaurant, Isabel “Izzy” Crane and her family make the move from San Francisco, California to the small town of Sleepy Hollow. As if adjusting to a totally different lifestyle and school weren’t enough, everyone in town seems absolutely obsessed with the legend of the Headless Horsemen. Academically minded Izzy has little time for town legend and superstition, but finds herself drawn in after meeting the beautiful local celebrity Vicky Van Tassel. Vicky wants nothing more than to escape her family legacy but even as she tries to forge her own path, evil forces are conspiring against her. When it becomes clear Vicky’s life is in danger, she teams up with Izzy and fellow classmate Croc Byun to solve the mystery of who, or what, is targeting her. With Halloween fast approaching, their time to put an end to the threat is short. Thankfully, an unexpected ally is here to help.
I absolutely adored the characters in this book! Though it seems like each character will fall into old tropes at the beginning, that is definitely not the case. Izzy is very intelligent, but she is also warm and very in touch with the people around her. Croc is a jock and prankster, but he is not mean spirited and is willing to take whatever he dishes out. More importantly, he is supportive of both Izzy and Vicky throughout the story and he truly contributes to the group. Though a town celebrity, Vicky is not at all snobby and is trying to discover her identity in her own way. She doesn’t fully reject her family and history, she just doesn’t want to be defined by it. All of these things make the characters feel real and lovable. Izzy and Vicky’s blossoming relationship is just the icing on the cake. Not only is it adorable, it is also made to feel completely natural. The fact that they are both young women is not brought up at all over the course of the story and they are allowed to simply experience falling in love. For me, this was probably the best part.
Though I loved the characters and was completely invested in what happened to them, the overall plot itself was very straightforward. Frankly, I liked that for this piece. However, I know some might find it a little too ‘on the nose’. There are plenty of clever references to the original legend throughout the story, but I think some of it will be missed if you are unfamiliar with the source material. For example, Vicky makes a big deal of Izzy’s last name (Crane) but the book never explains its significance to the legend. It also never ties Izzy to Sleepy Hollow’s past which seems like a missed opportunity. People who are unfamiliar with the legend won’t have any trouble following this story, but certain parts will have less impact. This along with a few minor inconsistencies in the art style are the only reasons this didn’t get top marks from me.
Special thanks to NetGalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death
Minor: Car accident, Violence, Death, Child death, and Fire/Fire injury
kmbezner's review
adventurous
funny
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? No
4.0
A fun, queer retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow you won't lose your head over!
Hollow is a delightful ghost story about, yes, ghosts, but also about speaking up for what you want, crafting your own future, exploring outside your comfort zone, and making friends (with both the living and the dead). Full of beautiful art and just stunning color, it's a must-read for spooky season!
Hollow is a delightful ghost story about, yes, ghosts, but also about speaking up for what you want, crafting your own future, exploring outside your comfort zone, and making friends (with both the living and the dead). Full of beautiful art and just stunning color, it's a must-read for spooky season!
Content Warnings
Minor: Car accident, Animal death, and Stalking
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