Hollow by Celina Myers

Review: Hollow by Celina Myers
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3.5/5, rounded up)

I really wanted to love Hollow, and while parts of it worked for me, I think my initial anticipation set the bar a little too high. That said, it’s a fast-paced, emotionally accessible story that reimagines vampire lore with a fresh, modern spin.

The novel opens with a compelling hook: Mia Adair dies and wakes up to discover that death is only the beginning. Now part of a hidden world filled with rival vampire clans, supernatural politics, and long-buried magic, Mia must rediscover herself and her forgotten ability to communicate with the dead. As she reconnects with her powers, she's also faced with a difficult choice between two vampire families, the Bellamys and the Suttons, each with its own secrets, darkness, and appeal.

Celina Myers’ writing is approachable and emotionally grounded. She brings humor, atmosphere, and a strong sense of found family to the forefront. While the prose can feel simple and occasionally leans toward a YA tone, even though it’s not marketed as such, the emotions land well, and the relationships feel genuine. The character Margo, in particular, was a standout for me every time she was on the page.

Plot-wise, this is more of a straightforward, character-focused story than a deeply intricate vampire saga. If you're looking for a dense, lore-heavy read with layered worldbuilding and complex mythology, this probably won’t scratch that itch. But if you want something lighter, faster, and rooted in character growth, identity, and supernatural family dynamics, it absolutely delivers.

There were moments where the pacing felt a bit too quick, and the ending left me with more questions than answers, especially thanks to a bold cliffhanger that definitely sets up a sequel. I'm hopeful that book two will build on the foundation laid here and expand both the world and Mia’s arc.

Overall, Hollow is a solid urban paranormal read. It might not redefine vampire fiction, but it doesn’t need to. Sometimes, a story that’s easy to follow, entertaining, and heartfelt is exactly what you're in the mood for, and this book fits that space perfectly.