3.8 (439 ratings)

Hollowed: A Sleepy Hollow Reimagining

Name: Hollowed: A Sleepy Hollow Reimagining
Rating: 3.8 (439 reviews)
Author: Jessica S. Taylor
ISBN: B0CFG844K7

by Jessica S. Taylor

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About this book

Sleepy Hollow is far more than a legendary ghost story; it is a decaying sanctuary hidden from the mundane world by a brutal, annual ritual. To maintain the veil, the town sacrifices one of its own to The Dullahan, the fearsome Headless Horseman. For nineteen-year-old Katrina van Tassel, life is a delicate balancing act of societal expectations until she is named the next victim. Her desperate flight into the woods, however, leads to a shattering encounter that upends everything she has ever been taught about the town’s silent guardian.

This atmospheric gothic fantasy breathes new life into a classic tale, weaving a dark tapestry of witchcraft, ancient curses, and forbidden alliances. As Katrina discovers that the Horseman is not the monster the town elders claim, she finds herself thrust into a dangerous game of survival. The lines between hero and villain blur as she uncovers a malevolent force festering within the very heart of the Hollow.

Perfect for readers seeking a paranormal romance steeped in mystery and high-stakes magic, this story leans heavily into its intricate plot and eerie world-building. With the weight of the town’s survival resting on her shoulders, Katrina must choose between fleeing her fate or embracing a power she never knew she possessed.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0CFG844K7

Reader Reviews

Excellent

October 27, 2023

I am a huge fan of retellings, so a gothic retelling of Sleepy Hollow? Yes, please! This book was so good! This one is very heavy on the plot, and light on the romance. Honestly, though I’m really glad because this story and plot was deep. This author really dug deep into folklore, and brought these characters to life. I loved this version of Katrina. Most stories have her represented as a spoiled brat, that does everything for attention. But this Katrina was absolutely wonderful! She’s timid,...

A Very Good Spooky Drama Romance

October 19, 2023

First of all the ebook copy I have is gorgeous with the cover, scene breaks, chapter headings, and front cover illustration, wow!! The story and characters were really good and the world building in this retelling of Sleepy Hollow was fantastic. I enjoyed this a lot. :) I loved the hard of hearing and mental health rep as well. It was very well done. And the content warnings in the book are very helpful. I did get a little annoyed with Katrina, but that's not a negative. This is a great book,...

On the Fence..

July 3, 2025

I feel like this book had so much potential, but for me.. it just fell short of reaching it. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed seeing a different version of Katrina, the Headless Horseman, and Ichabod. After all, I read the entire book. But Katrina was way too sheltered and beaten down to come into her powers so quickly and to take on a being such as Death the way she did. Maybe it was just a little young for me, but I don’t know. However, if you are a fan of Sleepy Hollow, you might want to read...

Gothic and cute? Sign me up!

August 25, 2024

What a stunning story of love, sacrifice & overcoming your demons. Katrina suffers brutally at the hands of her parents (mostly implied, no physical abuse on page) and yet her ability to love prevails through it all. Her tentative start with Alexander makes way to deeper feelings, but what I appreciated most is that while she was clearly falling in love with him, she did not let that blind her to the parts about him that she did not agree with - and she fought back against them. There was no on...

FMC Ruined This For Me

March 25, 2025

I tried…I really tried to give this a shot but it felt like there was no character growth. She always stayed the same. And Alexander didn’t feel like he cared about her at all. ) One person found this helpful