Sleepy Hollow is a great read from start to finish with the added bonus of the original tale at the end. I saw the film when it was previewed and fell in love with the style which is perfectly relayed by Peter Lerangis in the novelisation. For me it helped that I had seen the film but it is not essential to be able to picture each chapters setting in your head. I love Tim burtons Unique directing style so if you liked sleepy hollow try Batman,Batman Returns, Edward scissor hands and the animation,Nightmare before Christmas. I loved this book and thought it was excellent value.