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Haint’s Hollow #2
Holler
NO ONE ESCAPES THE HOLLER—AND WHAT HUNTS IN THE HILLS HAS TEETH.
Greg Gallogly swore he’d never go back. Leaving his Kentucky hometown meant escaping the violence, the curse, and the monsters buried in its past. But when his brother’s stolen bike turns up in a gang-run chop shop, one reckless decision drags him and Tanya—a sharp-tongued drifter with her own ghosts—into a fight that leads straight back to Haint’s Hollow.
Sheriff Hunter Gallogly thought the nightmare ended with the mine collapse. He was wrong. A badly burned man has been found alive in a wolves’ den, and bodies are piling up again in the mountains. Whatever haunts the holler isn’t finished—and this time, it’s hunting the Gallogly family.
As lawmen, outlaws, and something far darker collide, Greg and Hunter are pulled into a blood feud that stretches from the backroads to the grave.
Greg Gallogly swore he’d never go back. Leaving his Kentucky hometown meant escaping the violence, the curse, and the monsters buried in its past. But when his brother’s stolen bike turns up in a gang-run chop shop, one reckless decision drags him and Tanya—a sharp-tongued drifter with her own ghosts—into a fight that leads straight back to Haint’s Hollow.
Sheriff Hunter Gallogly thought the nightmare ended with the mine collapse. He was wrong. A badly burned man has been found alive in a wolves’ den, and bodies are piling up again in the mountains. Whatever haunts the holler isn’t finished—and this time, it’s hunting the Gallogly family.
As lawmen, outlaws, and something far darker collide, Greg and Hunter are pulled into a blood feud that stretches from the backroads to the grave.
208 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 5, 2025
About the author
Samuel Brower
48 books78 followersBestselling author Samuel Brower crafts haunting, immersive tales that blur the line between horror, dark fantasy, and the supernatural. His breakout novel, Haint, became an Amazon bestseller in 2024, cementing his reputation as a must-read voice in modern horror fiction. To date, Brower has published ten gripping novels and dozens of chilling short stories, with his work featured in renowned magazines like Voices, Nine Tales, and Zero Flash. A professional member of both the Horror Writers Association and the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association, Brower brings a seasoned, masterful touch to every eerie world he creates.
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February 20, 2026
These books have made me a fast fan of Appalachian horror. Looking forward to book three being released in August.
June 30, 2026
Barbecued Bob burned badly, becomes big bow-wow.
With so many things we're not allowed to think or say these days, it amazes me authors can think up ANYTHING to write about lest they be censured. Anyway, it seems Sam Brower has managed to write another book on a fairly "safe" topic...Werewolves. Onya Sammy. (Aussie slang for "good on you" and usually followed by a thumbs-up emoji.)
Set in the wonderful hillbilly backwater of Haint's Hollow, where everyone is related. Here we have poor Bob Gallogly, who is fried crispy in a meth lab explosion in a cave while he was in said cave chasing a vampire. Unfortunately, fate hadn't finished with roasted Robert. Bob suddenly finds himself not only alive again, but real friendly with a bunch of Red Wolves who had recently claimed the spot as their own. Not only is he chummy with them, he has also developed a penchant for chomping on any delectable humans who happen by...except for Hunter Gallogly...the Sheriff...a relative...of course.
Then there's the nefarious genius, Greg Gallogly (I sense a trend), the ex drug lord of Haint's Hollow, Sheriff Hunter's cousin and new owner of Barbecued Bob's former pride and joy, a beautiful, shiny Harley custom bike. The first 70% of the book goes about explaining all this stuff, plus a whole lot of other hillbilly shenanigans replete with mucho embelishmento with almost no werewolf action at all. Boooo!
Finally, in the remaining 30%, we get a mega dose of wolfie scary bits plus a nicely wrapped-up ending. Ahhh. So good. I was just about ready to toss the book on the compost pile...but it swiftly went from 1 star to 3.5 stars, AND I most likely will read the next book in the series when it comes out.
With so many things we're not allowed to think or say these days, it amazes me authors can think up ANYTHING to write about lest they be censured. Anyway, it seems Sam Brower has managed to write another book on a fairly "safe" topic...Werewolves. Onya Sammy. (Aussie slang for "good on you" and usually followed by a thumbs-up emoji.)
Set in the wonderful hillbilly backwater of Haint's Hollow, where everyone is related. Here we have poor Bob Gallogly, who is fried crispy in a meth lab explosion in a cave while he was in said cave chasing a vampire. Unfortunately, fate hadn't finished with roasted Robert. Bob suddenly finds himself not only alive again, but real friendly with a bunch of Red Wolves who had recently claimed the spot as their own. Not only is he chummy with them, he has also developed a penchant for chomping on any delectable humans who happen by...except for Hunter Gallogly...the Sheriff...a relative...of course.
Then there's the nefarious genius, Greg Gallogly (I sense a trend), the ex drug lord of Haint's Hollow, Sheriff Hunter's cousin and new owner of Barbecued Bob's former pride and joy, a beautiful, shiny Harley custom bike. The first 70% of the book goes about explaining all this stuff, plus a whole lot of other hillbilly shenanigans replete with mucho embelishmento with almost no werewolf action at all. Boooo!
Finally, in the remaining 30%, we get a mega dose of wolfie scary bits plus a nicely wrapped-up ending. Ahhh. So good. I was just about ready to toss the book on the compost pile...but it swiftly went from 1 star to 3.5 stars, AND I most likely will read the next book in the series when it comes out.
October 4, 2025
I really enjoyed HAINT, which is a fantastic Appalachian horror novel about a local community versus a centuries old vampire. HOLLOW follows this up by one of the characters surviving and becoming a werewolf. Damn, they just can't have a break. I think the survivor plotline doesn't really work but I really liked the gentrification plotline as well as conservation element. One element I disagreed with is they refer to a "university in Lexington" when true locals would refer to it as UK or the University of Kentucky.
June 8, 2026
The sequel delivered everything I enjoyed from the first novel and more.
Horrible beasts, morally flexible three-dimensional characters, a visual landscape you can see and feel, and that delightful Appalachian flair we expect from Appalachian horror.
This is a fun read, purely entertaining, with plenty of surprising twists and turns.
Horrible beasts, morally flexible three-dimensional characters, a visual landscape you can see and feel, and that delightful Appalachian flair we expect from Appalachian horror.
This is a fun read, purely entertaining, with plenty of surprising twists and turns.
October 19, 2025
This was a truly outstanding series. I really enjoyed both books. I grew up not far from where these two books were set and I applaud the author's accuracy. His description of the area, the way his characters speak, and even the names of the characters were all spot on.
September 17, 2026
A follow on from 'Haint.' Another horror story in The Appalachians. Great cops vs werewolves. Love the characters, which were in the original books. Another good read. Looking forward tobthebthird and final book.
November 29, 2025
It was an interesting vibe and different take on the werewolf legend. I enjoyed the story overall but it took quite awhile to get to the body of the story.
May 10, 2026
My scoring system
⭐ Don't quit your day job
⭐⭐ It was tough to finish
⭐⭐⭐ A solid read
⭐⭐⭐⭐ That was fun!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I need more. If you don't give it, I'm going to kidnap you Misery-style, without shattering your ankles, of course.
A few months after the events in 'Haint', Haint's Hollow is plagued again, although this time, it appears to be a different critter.
We see many familiar faces and a couple of new ones but what's the same, is the wonderful vibe and feel of what makes Haint's Hollow and its inhabitants, with a couple of entertaining twists and turns.
What is also similar to the first book, is the author's somewhat different approach to a certain legend, using a unique perspective, which also has its roots in lore.
Looking forward to what comes next although I'll have to wait a while.
⭐ Don't quit your day job
⭐⭐ It was tough to finish
⭐⭐⭐ A solid read
⭐⭐⭐⭐ That was fun!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I need more. If you don't give it, I'm going to kidnap you Misery-style, without shattering your ankles, of course.
A few months after the events in 'Haint', Haint's Hollow is plagued again, although this time, it appears to be a different critter.
We see many familiar faces and a couple of new ones but what's the same, is the wonderful vibe and feel of what makes Haint's Hollow and its inhabitants, with a couple of entertaining twists and turns.
What is also similar to the first book, is the author's somewhat different approach to a certain legend, using a unique perspective, which also has its roots in lore.
Looking forward to what comes next although I'll have to wait a while.
August 6, 2025
I'm loving this pulp horror series set in a little town called Haint's Hallow. The Gallogly family is certainly a unique one and each member of the family adds something to the entertainment value of the story. Just like the first one was a slightly different spin on the vampire, this one deals with werewolves. If you enjoyed the first a d like werewolves, this is a quick, fast paced and fun time! I'm hoping we get even more stories from this spooky town. I'm hoping the ending is hinting at that!
September 1, 2025
This was an entertaining follow up to Haint, but instead of vampires, this time we get werewolves. I enjoyed getting to see some of the characters from the first book again, along with learning how these characters are dealing with events from the first book. Also, the speculation around how the werewolf was created was interesting. I do feel like this book had more character development and less bloody horror than the first book, which seemed to end up flowing well with the story. Solid 4 stars.
August 5, 2025
3.5 rounded up. An enjoyable follow-up that seemed to focus more on characters than action. There was a bit, but it wasn't as much as the first book. The reason behind the whole second incident seemed quite loose as well, didn't really make sense to me. You get a lot more backstory on characters instead. The ending is subtle - it could end just there, or it could lead to another book.
That being said, I do like the characters and the setting.
That being said, I do like the characters and the setting.
August 9, 2025
A fantastic book for all cryptid horror lovers
I loved the first book in this series, which was about a vampire. I waited a long time for this second book and was definitely worth the wait. It continues on with both new and old characters, but this time, they are after a werewolf with a twist. There was so much action, gore, and excitement, which makes it a perfect book for anyone who loves cryptid horror. I do hope there will be another one coming.
I loved the first book in this series, which was about a vampire. I waited a long time for this second book and was definitely worth the wait. It continues on with both new and old characters, but this time, they are after a werewolf with a twist. There was so much action, gore, and excitement, which makes it a perfect book for anyone who loves cryptid horror. I do hope there will be another one coming.
October 7, 2025
Vampires in the first book, werewolves in the second - loving this series
This series could have, easily, been hokey or overly gory. I love monster-based stories, but so many of them fall short. Brower is a very good writer and brings this story together with interesting characters and monster lore. I am looking forward to the next book. This is a perfect October read.
This series could have, easily, been hokey or overly gory. I love monster-based stories, but so many of them fall short. Brower is a very good writer and brings this story together with interesting characters and monster lore. I am looking forward to the next book. This is a perfect October read.
January 4, 2026
This was a sequel to Haint, which was my introduction to this author and still my favorite book I’ve read by him. Set in the same world, this one involves werewolves who have been terrorizing and killing the locals. I found this one slightly harder to get into than Haint, partially because it was a much slower build. It seemed to take much longer to get to the action than Haint did. I did like the interactions between the main characters and I liked seeing the perspectives of the werewolves. I also liked the Easter egg in which HH Horowitz is mentioned. I’m looking forward to part three of the series, which I see is about zombies.
September 24, 2025
Samuel Brower is THE BEST
This series has become my favorite modern horror anthology. Haint was a game changer, and Holler doesn't disappoint. It's fast paced right out of the gate, returning some vital characters while introducing new ones that will definitely contribute in future series. It's a blend of southern gothic horror, part mystery, part thriller...exactly what pulp horror is. Don't hesitate to get this one BUT read and/or listen to Haint first!
This series has become my favorite modern horror anthology. Haint was a game changer, and Holler doesn't disappoint. It's fast paced right out of the gate, returning some vital characters while introducing new ones that will definitely contribute in future series. It's a blend of southern gothic horror, part mystery, part thriller...exactly what pulp horror is. Don't hesitate to get this one BUT read and/or listen to Haint first!
July 25, 2026
This was an excellent sequel that is for sure. The twist of how things turn out this book is a nice twist of an old legendary monster. Makes you think of all they could do with this tale. I for one am amped for when the third book comes out.
You get to meet more characters as well as some old ones. You even get a sad return of another character from the former book. Not to mention the way the creatures function in this books is a splendid take on an old legend in my opinion.
You get to meet more characters as well as some old ones. You even get a sad return of another character from the former book. Not to mention the way the creatures function in this books is a splendid take on an old legend in my opinion.
June 17, 2026
A sequel that punches above it's weight class....
It's rare that I read a sequel that seems to outshine the original. The original was good as far as I can recall, but this story sort of simmered and took its time to build into a sort of a flash of violence that was unexpected but appreciated. Not sure where they go from here but looking forward to it
It's rare that I read a sequel that seems to outshine the original. The original was good as far as I can recall, but this story sort of simmered and took its time to build into a sort of a flash of violence that was unexpected but appreciated. Not sure where they go from here but looking forward to it
August 17, 2025
A amazing short read about werewolves. This book is very fasted paced and you won’t want to put it down. I absolutely loved this book, and love how the author makes his own twist on werewolves. Definitely looking forward to the next book.
September 2, 2025
so good!
I LOVED these books in this series. So excited for the third one. They take the old scary legends of monsters and do it up with a twist to make it a unique story. Plus the dialogue is great and so are the characters!
I LOVED these books in this series. So excited for the third one. They take the old scary legends of monsters and do it up with a twist to make it a unique story. Plus the dialogue is great and so are the characters!
September 15, 2025
Holler is a great werewolf yarn.
Samuel Brower delivers another great take. A fun, fast paced story with some good twists and turns. The characters are great. The mood is creepy. And the horror is horrifying.
Samuel Brower delivers another great take. A fun, fast paced story with some good twists and turns. The characters are great. The mood is creepy. And the horror is horrifying.
October 3, 2025
As an Appalachian horror author/lover, I am really enjoying these tales by Samuel Brower! This one wasn't quite as engaging as the first, but I still had a great time! It was fun to revisit the characters, and the town, and to just see what crazy cryptid was going to make it's appearance next!
February 1, 2026
a very good follow up
Exciting interesting and entertaining . It carries on not far from where the first one ended.
I like the style of Samuel’s writing it never bores me. I find it hard to put the book down!! Really good.
Exciting interesting and entertaining . It carries on not far from where the first one ended.
I like the style of Samuel’s writing it never bores me. I find it hard to put the book down!! Really good.
March 5, 2026
absolutely wonderful story
This is the second book in the series that I’ve read. I love them both wonderful character development wonderful storyline. I just purchased the third. Looking forward to reading it
This is the second book in the series that I’ve read. I love them both wonderful character development wonderful storyline. I just purchased the third. Looking forward to reading it
April 26, 2026
Hillbillies vs Supernatural
I was born in Lynch, KY and mined a little coal when I was young BUT I never had to fight a Werewolf do I truly enjoyed reading about someone else's bad times .... It was good clean fun ...
I was born in Lynch, KY and mined a little coal when I was young BUT I never had to fight a Werewolf do I truly enjoyed reading about someone else's bad times .... It was good clean fun ...
May 5, 2026
Decent werewolf story
I really liked this book too. Again easy read, not too long. Interesting how the werewolf came about, that's new. Can't wait to see what the next book holds. I find his stories very entertaining and I find I can't put them down.
I really liked this book too. Again easy read, not too long. Interesting how the werewolf came about, that's new. Can't wait to see what the next book holds. I find his stories very entertaining and I find I can't put them down.
August 2, 2026
A captivating read
A modern twist on Werewolves that had me coming back for more. The story, just like Haint wove folk lore and possibilities together like sweet tea and lemonade. Just as delicious and leaving me wanting more!
A modern twist on Werewolves that had me coming back for more. The story, just like Haint wove folk lore and possibilities together like sweet tea and lemonade. Just as delicious and leaving me wanting more!
August 19, 2025
Great Read!
Very good books, both one and two! Couldn’t put it down until I finished the whole series! I love books that hold my attention!
Very good books, both one and two! Couldn’t put it down until I finished the whole series! I love books that hold my attention!
September 3, 2025
3.8 rounded up.
Not what I was expecting. Definitely some good characters and a different twist on a werewolf. I didn't like it quite as much as the first story, Haint, but all in all a fun horror.
Not what I was expecting. Definitely some good characters and a different twist on a werewolf. I didn't like it quite as much as the first story, Haint, but all in all a fun horror.
September 27, 2025
Haints Hollow.
And I thought the first book was good!? This sequel was amazing, got to catch back up with the crew and see what they're upto this time and it didn't disappoint!
And I thought the first book was good!? This sequel was amazing, got to catch back up with the crew and see what they're upto this time and it didn't disappoint!
December 11, 2025
Started out a bit slow, but gained momentum.
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