"Hillenbrand at his best. Hillenbrand's snowy landscapes are sumptuous, at times cozy, at times ominous. The surprise of the stranger will shock many first-time readers, making for a memorable tale that will enchant little ones and storytellers alike. A ghost story you'll love to share!" --Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review "In a yarn that's simultaneously frightening and reassuring, Hillenbrand renders the daring thrill of an adventure taken and hints at the way that great stories tend to involve an element of risk." -- Publishers Weekly , Starred Review "Putting his own stamp on a widespread, ghostly folktale motif, Willenbrand creates a picture book that hits the sweet spot between kids' heartfelt pleas to hear scary stories and their equally strong desire not to become truly scared. A beautifully crafted picture book, illustrated with finesse."-- Booklist, Starred Review "There's not a word out of place in this blustery adventure, a masterful collaboration of illustration and text; this cozy winter tale with its striking pictures may appear to be cold but is quite the opposite." --School Library Journal , Starred Review "An excellent wintertime read to bring back the ghostly chills of Halloween.

" -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books " The Voice in the Hollow is both charming, mysterious and a tiny bit chilling--perfect for reading while a snowstorm blows outside." -- BookPage "The soft art uses line and color to convey mood and atmosphere. Spare text tracks their progress through the hollow, while the illustrations tell a more dramatic story." --The Horn Book.