Hallowed Be Thy Name

Name: Hallowed Be Thy Name
Price: 9.99 USD
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ISBN: 9798233706752

✍️ Ash Redd

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4.5

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A sapphic gothic retelling of Sleepy Hollow featuring revenge and resurrection.

This short work reimagines a classic American legend through a queer lens. It follows two women who defy death to punish those who wronged them. The story blends supernatural horror with romantic tragedy. Christine Van Tassel uses magic to resurrect Isadora Crane after a brutal execution. Their reunion triggers a violent campaign against Sleepy Hollow's leadership. The Headless Horseman becomes an instrument of their wrath. The narrative examines the cost of grief and the power of vengeance. It offers a dark perspective on love and loss within a gothic framework.

Key Themes

sapphic romance gothic horror revenge against council

Literary Context

This book is a sapphic gothic reimagining of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. It was written for The Tales of the Scorned Anthology to benefit reproductive rights charities in the US. The work engages with supernatural fiction and historical retellings within the horror genre.

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Recommended For Fans Of

Anne Rice · Sherman Alexie · N.K. Jemisin · Rivers Solomon

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Gothic

🏛 Ash Redd 📅 2025 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9798233706752

📝 Description: Hallowed Be Thy Name

Ash Redd presents Hallowed Be Thy Name, a sapphic gothic reimagining of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. This work was originally composed for The Tales of the Scorned Anthology, with proceeds supporting reproductive rights charities in the United States. The narrative centers on Isadora Crane and Christine Van Tassel. When Isadora is accused of witchcraft and burned at the stake, Christine employs a powerful ritual to bring her lover back from death. This act summons not only Isadora but also another force eager to spill blood. Together they seek revenge against every council member who scorned them, aided by the Headless Horseman who rides until Sleepy Hollow runs red. The text contains mature themes, dark elements, and graphic violence. Readers should review the provided content warnings before beginning. The story draws on gothic traditions and supernatural fiction to explore grief and retribution. It suits those interested in sapphic romance intertwined with horror and historical retellings. It does not suit readers uncomfortable with explicit violence or mature subject matter. The book is a short work published by Ash Redd in 2025. Its ISBN is 9798233706752. The narrative focuses on the specific relationship between Isadora and Christine as they confront their past and the forces they unleashed.

💎 Our verdict on Hallowed Be Thy Name

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Horror Reads editorial team

Horror desk

Ash Redd delivers a fierce sapphic gothic reimagining that successfully merges romance with visceral horror. The narrative effectively utilizes the Headless Horseman as an instrument of wrath, creating a tense atmosphere where love and violence intertwine. By focusing on the specific bond between Isadora and Christine, the story explores profound themes of loss and retribution without resorting to cliché. It suits readers comfortable with mature content and graphic violence who appreciate dark fantasy. The work stands out for its clear thematic focus on grief and power within a historical framework. While short, it packs significant emotional weight.

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers seeking a potent blend of romantic tragedy and supernatural vengeance will find this short work deeply compelling. It offers a fresh perspective on the Sleepy Hollow legend by centering queer love and the devastating cost of grief. The narrative appeals to those interested in how historical retellings can address contemporary issues like reproductive rights. Those who enjoy dark fantasy and psychological horror will appreciate the exploration of retribution and resurrection. This book is ideal for readers who want a concise yet intense experience that challenges traditional genre boundaries while delivering visceral emotional impact.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Reader rating

4.5

Based on 1 reviews

Horror Reads editorial team

Ash Redd delivers a fierce sapphic gothic reimagining that successfully merges romance with visceral horror. The narrative effectively utilizes the Headless Horseman as an instrument of wrath, creating a tense atmosphere where love and violence intertwine. By focusing on the specific bond between Isadora and Christine, the story explores profound themes of loss and retribution without resorting to cliché. It suits readers comfortable with mature content and graphic violence who appreciate dark fantasy. The work stands out for its clear thematic focus on grief and power within a historical framework. While short, it packs significant emotional weight.