Things aren’t always what they seem to be in a small town in the Land of Ath-o’Lea. Magic creeps in the shadows, waiting to pounce…
Corporal Bronwyn Darrow vows he’ll never fall victim to love again after the woman he adored betrays him. He directs his energies to rising in the ranks of Aruam Castle, aspiring to one day command as captain of the guards. Although he treasures his home and family, he is blinded both by his desire to succeed and a mysterious magic lurking in the shadows of the ancient castle.
Alaura of Niamh, a half-breed enchantress with a deadly past, takes refuge in Bronwyn’s hometown. When the two meet, the spell which binds them is stronger than their fears of falling in love. As Alaura’s secrets threaten to separate them forever, outside forces attempt to shatter the security of Aruam Castle and eliminate Bronwyn. When an orphan weaves their lives together, they embark on a journey destined to either destroy or deliver them to the passion living in their hearts.
Above is the back cover blurb I’m working on for Shadows in the Stone. Below are several book covers I designed this week. Which grabs your attention the most? Do you like one image but prefer the font of another cover? Please, share your thoughts.
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I like the black & white one as it looks more charming in my opinion. 🙂
Thanks. That’s the one I’ve chosen to work with…with a few modifications.
If I was looking for mystery – #4 is kinda scary and mysterious
My 2nd pick is #3 for the cleanness and mysterious broken windows
I like #2 and #4. If I had to chose I guess I’s go with #4. All great covers, Diane. I really enjoyed seeing them all.
Laura, you are with the majority when you choose No. 4. Thanks you.
I like sample #4. It has an aura of mystery and foreboding about it and matches the first line on the back cover – Magic creeps in the shadows, waiting to pounce. I can’t wait to read this book.
As you now know, the image in No. 4 won out. I’d say about 80% of the people I questioned about the cover liked this one. I was surprised.
Thanks, Darlene.
Sample two is my favourite. Fills the page and draws you in.
Thanks, Art. That was my favourite when I first began making these. I like the warm feeling it has.
I really like #4; the shadows intrigue me and the contrast is attention-grabbing, but maybe with a stronger, more linear font?
Thanks, Libby. I’ll see what it looks like with a different font.
I really like sample 3, the warm colour drew me in and with The Castle Keepers – Book One centrally and near the top I knew what I was looking at straight away.
I really like No. 3, too. I have it on my cupboard door and can’t help but look at it. I will definitely be using it in the future though not for this book.
Thanks for your opinion.
I like sample 5 with sample 3 font. You have the stone up close and a font appropriate for that sort of atmosphere.
Thanks, Yolanda. I really liked the font in No. 3, but I couldn’t stay with it. Maybe next time. The stone wall in No. 5 is the inside of an old fortress. I love the stone work.
Hi Diane, my eyes were drawn to #4. The black and white with the shadows give it a mysterious feel that pulls me in.
Thanks you, Marilyn.
I like #4. It’s intriguing.
Christi Corbett
Thanks, Christi.
I like 3 for the castle looks mysterious. I also like the bench that is on the side cover.
Pauline, do you recognise the castle? It’s in St. John’s. The bench is located in The Habitat, Port Royal, NS.
Thanks for your opinion.