Hollow (2022)

Synopsis

Isabel “Izzy” Crane and her family have just relocated to Sleepy Hollow, the town made famous by–and obsessed with–Washington Irving’s legend of the Headless Horseman. But city slicker-skeptic Izzy has no time for superstition as she navigates life at a new address, a new school, and, with any luck, with new friends. Ghost stories aren’t real, after all…. Then Izzy is pulled into the orbit of the town’s teen royalty, Vicky Van Tassel (yes, that Van Tassel) and loveable varsity-level prankster Croc Byun. Vicky’s weariness with her family connection to the legend turns to terror when the trio begins to be haunted by the Horseman himself, uncovering a curse set on destroying the Van Tassel line. Now, they have only until Halloween night to break it–meaning it’s a totally inconvenient time for Izzy to develop a massive crush on the enigmatic Vicky. Can Izzy’s practical nature help her face the unknown–or only trip her up? As the calendar runs down to the 31st, Izzy will have to use all of her wits and work with her new friends to save Vicky and uncover the mystery of the legendary Horseman of Sleepy Hollow–before it’s too late.

From: Simon & Schuster

Notes on This Title

The main character of this title is a queer Latina teen. An East Asian teen boy is a supporting character. Another supporting character walks with the use of forearm crushes.

Awards

YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens

Reviews

“A sweet story jump-starts an old tale for a new generation.” (Source: Kirkus Reviews)

“A sweet, spooky story with the makings of an instant classic.” (Source: AIPT)

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