Holly Horror: The Longest Night is a thrilling sequel

When most people think of Holly Hobbie, horror isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind yet Michelle Jabes Corpora changed that with the release of Holly Horror.

Even if you’re too young for Holly Hobbie, this book truly changes her story in the best way and honestly, it made me want to know more. However, we’re not here to talk about Holly Horror but the sequel Holly Horror: The Longest Night.

Before getting into my review, I wanted to let you know that you must read book 1 before you pick up book 2. The plot from the first book is carried into the second and frankly, you’ll be confused if you start with book 2 and go back.

If you’re caught up on the series though, then you’re good to go. I’d like to thank Penguin for sending me an ARC as I was so excited to see what happened next with Evie.

Holly Horror: The Longest Night is a pulse-pounding sequel.

As with my previous reviews, I don’t want to give away too much about the plot if you haven’t read the first book. This book picks up where the previous one left off and we’re following Evie as she tries to solve the mystery of the previous story. I will give Michelle Jabes Corpora kudos for jumping straight into the story and giving the context most of us need.

We’re following the plotline from the first book as Evie, Tina, and a new member of her friend group: Sai Rockwell. He’s the son of a doctor in town and he ends up getting entangled in the web of everything going on. Is there a little bit of drama and a little romantic tension there? You bet and it made the story even more fun.

Another thing I have to note is that we learn more about Holly and Sarah’s stories which are such an integral part of the plot. I loved learning more about Sarah especially as she’s such an interesting character. While the plot was very different, this book reminded me a lot of Hocus Pocus with how spooky it was and some of the events in the story.

Corpora also did a great job of wrapping up all the storylines in Holly Horror: The Longest Night so I do believe this is only a two-book series. Maybe it’ll be more but I absolutely loved seeing how everything worked out for everyone involved. It was also fun to see the introduction of new characters like Evie’s dad, Sai, Dr. Rockwell, and the villain who I won’t spoil.

The Holly Horror series is such a fun and surprisingly scary YA read. I’ll be honest and say that my heart was racing at times. Regardless, I really like this series and I think it appeals to those who are long-time fans of Holly Hobbie or those who are just being introduced to her.

Holly Horror: The Longest Night by Michelle Jabes Corpora is out now where books are sold.