What did you think of the cover of this book?

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A better job could have been done on the cover. Although the cover relates well to the contents of the book but a book has to be visually appealing to the readers.
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If I were shopping in a bookstore, I would not be drawn to this book's cover. I wouldn't say I like the color choices. The title must be clarified because it gets lost in the background colors. I also wanted to know what each item in the photo is besides the person.
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I consider myself a person who judges a book by its cover. I usually use books because they attract me visually and it has worked very well for me.

This cover in particular doesn't convince me. I like the background, the car, the officer and the calligraphy. The circle that looks like a metal eye, it seems to me that it doesn't fit there and confuses me.
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Post by Chitra Ayengar »

Book cover doesn't matter to me I would read the story line at the back and decide if it is my genre. I go by the saying Don't judge a book by its cover. But, this is not appealing to say the least. It will be good if the cover gives a glimpse of what is inside.
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I found the cover a bit too chaotic and not that enticing. However, that suits the theme of the book and might be appealing to most.
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Honestly, the cover design is beautiful but I don't think it suits the book perfectly.
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I read this book because of how amazing the cover was. It drew me in and made me love this book. Cheers to whoever came up with it.
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I liked the cover. I like it when the covers contain intricate details related to the plot that only make sense once you read the book.
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Post by Benny Rach »

The cover of "The Impossible Mock Trial" is striking and evocative, effectively capturing the essence of the book. Its design is eye-catching, featuring elements that hint at the legal thriller genre while also conveying a sense of intrigue and suspense.
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Post by Naushin Moledina »

I kind of liked the cover. The fonts used and the background image with a tinge of dark theme. But yaa there are too many things and it can be confusing for the readers by the first look. But as it is said " Don't judge a book by it's cover."
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When selecting a book at the library or bookstore, I've discovered that book covers are crucial to me. I enjoy a visually beautiful cover that catches my eye and makes me want to read more. Regretfully, I wasn't fond of this specific book's cover. I don't think I would have chosen to read it on my own because it looked so out of date. Overall, I believe they could have performed better.
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The book's cover should ideally reflect its content, but unfortunately, that's not the situation in this case. While I don't typically choose books solely based on their covers, I do expect them to offer a sneak peek into the book's essence and possess a certain visual allure. Despite being vibrant and attention-grabbing, the cover appears somewhat disorganized and puzzling from my perspective.
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Post by Omobolanle Savage »

There were lot of things to identify on the cover page. I couldn't figure out the position of the man shown. A police officer or what?
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Even though I read this book on my Kindle, I chose it because of the cover. The cover seemed to tell a story. It caught my attention enough to read what the book was about. After having finished the book, I appreciate the cover more.
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Post by Smrithi Arun »

Honestly speaking, the cover kept me away from this book for the longest time. The orange font isn’t something I’m fond of even though I get why it is the way it is. My interest piqued when I learnt that it’s a courtroom drama.
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