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Adaboo wrote: 01 Jun 2024, 10:25 The art work is warm though. This is in my opinion of the art, is telling me the hot weather conditions of Africa, that's maybe the perceptive of the artist. In my opinion. And maybe giving us info of that continent and the other overseas around it.
Adaboo, I appreciate your perspective on the artwork's warmth reflecting Africa's hot weather. It’s fascinating how art can convey climate and geography. Adaboo interpretation adds a rich layer to understanding the artist’s intention. Thank you for sharing this insight!
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Krebs Karen wrote: 30 May 2024, 23:59 What do you think of the book cover and Did it make you want to read this book at an instant ?
The cover of "Demonslayer" is a captivating depiction of the fantastical world within the book. It features intricate designs and imagery that hint at the magic and conflict within the story. While the cover alone might not have instantly compelled me to read the book, the premise and the world-building you've described certainly do. The cover does a great job of setting the tone and sparking curiosity about the world and characters within.
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I did like the cover, although found it a little faded, which suits the 1976 setting. However, the story itself was not what I expected based on the cover or the title. I was expecting an adventure novel with the possibility of treasure maps.
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The cover is a little plain but not bad. It looks okay to me but maybe they could have put a little more colour into it.
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The cover of "Quest: Finding Freddie" effectively conveys the themes of adventure, suspense, and historical intrigue, it made a strong impression and I'm sure most readers would be encouraged to pick up the book.
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There is a textbook feel about the cover. The map reminds me of a travel guide or a geography book.  It said little about the book's historical, political, and espionage themes.  The cover had little visual impact on me; therefore, I would skip it.  To draw in the intended audience, I advise making subtle allusions to the historical setting and the elements of a political thriller.
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Demonslayer by who?
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I feel the cover gives me a very geography book vibes, and it could have been more brighter and like with some compass or magnifying glass to depict of finding or searching something which would have peaked my interest.
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Now the cover art coming, is it AI generated or human creation from scratch.
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I believe the cover of the book is captivating, and hints that African culture will be a big part of the story. I also enjoyed the colors used. It's a nice cover that transmits the necessary to engage the reader.
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The cover piqued my interest and I immediately went to read the synopsis. I find the cover is truly apt for the book.
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Krebs Karen wrote: 30 May 2024, 23:59 What do you think of the book cover and Did it make you want to read this book at an instant ?
This book's cover drew my attention right away, as it is a map of Africa. I am interested in anything about Africa (culture, animals, politics).
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I like it. I like that the colors are muted as well and not cartoon-like map.
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I didn’t really like it, but it would have caused me to at least pick it up and read the summary had I seen it in a bookstore so I suppose it did as it was intended.
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It shows a picture the map of the world and then with bright light shown around west Africa. The bright light here indicates a looking. I think the cover is on point.
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