A review by karlakayjenniges
The Sleepy Hollow Gang: Shivers #1 by Robert P. Ottone

adventurous 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? No

5.0

"To turn and fly was now too late; and besides, what chance was there of escaping ghost or goblin, if such it was, which could ride upon wings of the wind?"

When Derek Houseman moved to Tarrytown, the Sleepy Hollow region of New York, he never expected to make new friends that loved spooky horrors as much as he does. As Halloween approaches he is invited to a night of trick or treating and shenanigans. They perform a ritual to awaken the dead not expecting it to be an infamous ghost. Now they must figure out how to stop him as the town is now at the mercy of the "Headless Horseman."

This is such a great spooky tale. Kids who love dark spooky reads will surely enjoy this. Halloween night, ghosts, and a  mystery to solve right along with the gang. They may also get those shivery spine tingles, and will also learn about acceptance, what it means to be a good friend, working together as a team, helping each other be strong and brave, and caring for each other. 

I really enjoyed reading this and I am looking forward to the next book in the series. 

I highly recommend this for any age, but especially for those looking for books for young spooky readers. 

*This is the first book in a planned series. The Sleepy Hollow Gang will be returning this year. "The Sleepy Hollow Gang 2: Invasion of the Purple People Eaters".