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I actually like the book's cover. Usually, I like something a little flashier, but it goes well with the title. A map is the perfect backdrop to a book about finding someone though i think the color pallet could have been brighter perhaps to draw the eye to it quicker. The muted beiges and browns aren't offset enough against the small pinprick of light over small bits of Africa where I'm assuming the story takes place. Guess I'll find out since I'm reading it right now!
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It looks really good better that the average imo
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The book's cover didn't catch my attention. A map on the cover reminds me of my school history books. I would have preferred something with more vibrant colors to pique my interest.
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The cover of a map, an exotic and mysterious wilderness that is Africa, and a book titled 'Quest.' I have to admit that it piqued my interest. Although it did not make me want to read it immediately, it does make me very curious about it.
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At first I was not impressed with the cover, but when I realized that Nigeria was highlighted, it made sense and put the map in perspective.
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I think that the calm colors of the map give the effect that encourages you to open the book and read it. The cover links itself to the story, and this is an essential role.
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For me, the book's cover art, which is just a map, is a little too basic and doesn't give anything away about the type of story I can anticipate reading. Nevertheless, it's not bad or unrelated to the narrative, which is why I recognize the significance of the map on the cover.
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Since the book is in for a quest the map made me curious. I think the book cover is actually quite suitable for the book.
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I couldn't understand the cover at first. But when I read the synopsis, I found it to be appropriate as well.
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Post by Susan Ledezma »

I think that the cover is a bit generic and bland. Yes it relates to the book but it also fails to attract the reader's attention at first glance. It's a fitting cover, but there's nothing particularly eye-catching about it.
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The cover disappeared into the background for me. The image of a dull map did not intrigue me as much. I suppose a more vibrant book covers would have worked for me.
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The cover doesn't draw immediately attention but when one reads the synopsis, it becomes relevant. The map sets the location, the warm palette sets the mood. There is a mysterious feel too, reflecting on the quest part. But I agree that the cover alone may not be able to draw in readers.
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Post by Leona Rodrigues »

I think the cover is a bit boring. I would have appreciated it if it were a little bit more colorful. Anyway, not the cover, but the topic really caught my attention. 
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The cover of the book is unique and it adds a layer of urgency to read thbook as fast as you can.
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Post by Tijesuni Ayobami »

Tbh, it was just bland to me. I'm tired of the usual dull and uninspiring colors and schematics that are used in books relating to the history of African countries.
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