4.6 (17 ratings)

Hollow Secrets: A Sleepy Hollow Reimagining

Name: Hollow Secrets: A Sleepy Hollow Reimagining
Rating: 4.6 (17 reviews)
Author: Tamsin St. James
ISBN: 1068186305

by Tamsin St. James

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About this book

Katrina Van Tassel has never had room in her life for ghost stories or ancient curses. Returning to the mist-shrouded town of Sleepy Hollow after a personal tragedy, she is determined to view the local legends as nothing more than quaint folklore. However, when the town’s residents begin losing their heads in gruesome, inexplicable ways, her skepticism is pushed to the breaking point. Logic cannot explain the terror stalking the streets, and she soon finds herself entangled in a nightmare that defies the laws of nature.

At the center of the chaos is Ichabod Crane, the brooding music professor whose dark intensity is as magnetic as it is unsettling. Forced into an uneasy alliance, the pair must navigate a dangerous web of secrets where the line between the living and the dead blurs. As the body count rises, Katrina must decide if the man everyone suspects is a monster or her only hope for survival.

This spicy gothic romance masterfully blends high-stakes mystery with a simmering grumpy-sunshine dynamic. Set against the backdrop of an elite, atmospheric academy, the story delivers a chilling, addictive experience perfect for fans of dark paranormal reads. Prepare to be haunted by a retelling that is as seductive as it is terrifying.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: 1068186305

Reader Reviews

Spooky and thrilling!

December 12, 2025

Thrilling and spooky! I received this as an advanced read and am voluntarily leaving a review. Great writ g, fascinating characters and exceptional retelling of the Headless Horseman with an original twist! )

The perfect spooky, weekend read

October 4, 2025

“Things in this town are not always as they seem.” Hollow Secrets is the perfect combination of a thrilling suspense and spooky vibes! This story is set in a spooky, small town where mysterious deaths occur, making you question every character you come across. I usually don’t go for story retellings, because I have a hard time finding elements of the author’s originality sprinkled in, but Tamsin St. James nailed this one! Her writing flows, and the descriptions transport you directly into the...

A Dark, Addictive Tale Full of Twists and Emotion

October 15, 2025

Hollow Secrets by Tamsin St. James pulled me in from the very first page and didn’t let go until the final sentence. It’s one of those books that keeps you reading late into the night, telling yourself “just one more chapter,” even though you know you’re lying. The story blends mystery, romance, and psychological suspense beautifully. The characters feel so real—flawed, vulnerable, and deeply human—and the secrets they keep unravel in such a chilling, heartbreaking way. St. James has a gift for...

Great spooky season retelling!

October 5, 2025

Tamsin St. James's reimagining of Sleepy Hollow is a fantastic way to get back into the spooky season mood! This book had me completely hooked, and I finished it in two sittings (it would've been one if I wasn't fighting my eyelids against sleep). The way Tamsin describes the Van Tassel estate and the fog-drenched town of Sleepy Hollow gives such a gorgeous picture of the Gothic romance that surrounds this novel. The blips of spice in this book are great and don't overrun the story - they're...

Nice quick gothic horror, you can binge read in a single sitting

October 20, 2025

Went into Hollow Secrets expecting a fun spooky retelling, but it gave me gothic chills, dark romance, and a broody Ichabod Crane I did not see coming. Tamsin nailed the eerie Sleepy Hollow vibe—those diary entries? Chef’s kiss 🔥 Perfect one-sitting read for spooky season—moody, mysterious, and just the right amount of hot. )