What do you think of the cover of "The Riddle of Alchemy?"

Use this forum to discuss the January 2025 Book of the Month, "The Riddle of Alchemy" by Paul Kiritsis
User avatar
Lauren Victoria
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 180
Joined: 20 Mar 2024, 09:53
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 52
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-lauren-victoria.html
Latest Review: Halloween with Snowman Paul by Yossi Lapid

What do you think of the cover of "The Riddle of Alchemy?"

Post by Lauren Victoria »

I think the cover really pulls you it. I want to pick it up and read the back from the cover alone. I know that one shouldn't judge a book by its cover but having one that invited people in is never a bad thing. Nice work.
Jodi Townsend
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 48
Joined: 11 Jun 2022, 13:06
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 95
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-jodi-townsend.html
Latest Review: Deceptive Calm (Barnes & Noble Edition) by Patricia Skipper
2025 Reading Goal: 24
2025 Goal Completion: 54%

Post by Jodi Townsend »

It is a beautiful cover, and it certainly grabbed my attention. It looks like a depiction of a dream. I have been interested in alchemy for a long time, so when I saw this book, I had to check it out. I have added this book to my list, and I cannot wait to read it!
User avatar
Bertha Jackson
Bookshelves Moderator
Posts: 2451
Joined: 19 Aug 2020, 12:57
Favorite Book: Launchpad Republic: America's Entrepreneurial Edge and Why It Matters
Currently Reading: One More Reason To Cry
Bookshelf Size: 883
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-bertha-jackson.html
Latest Review: The Bones of the Apostle by John Amos

Post by Bertha Jackson »

Although the book's cover caught my eye, I am not sure what a nude woman has to do with alchemy. Having said this, I am interested in reading this book to find out the significance of the nude woman.
Bertha R. Jackson :D
Book Reviewer at OnlineBookClub.org
User avatar
Julie Basil
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 432
Joined: 15 Jun 2023, 18:36
Favorite Book: The Little Prince
Currently Reading: Circe
Bookshelf Size: 214
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-julie-basil.html
Latest Review: Almost Everything You Wanted To Know About Tickling by Duncan Taub
Reading Device: B00JG8GOWU

Post by Julie Basil »

The cover of this book is intriguing at first glance but doesn’t seem to exactly fit the title or subject of the book. The various doors could be connected to the riddle aspect of the book, but the rest of the design doesn’t seem to relate before having read the book.
"It is only with the heart that one can see clearly, what's essential is invisible to the eye." ~ Antoine St. Exupery
User avatar
Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis
Previous Member of the Month
Posts: 1153
Joined: 29 Nov 2022, 21:32
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 363
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-shirley-ann-riddern-labzentis.html
Latest Review: The Three Lives Led by Sigmund Freud: Volume I The Fledgling Scientist -- 1856-1898 by Larry S. Milner MD, JD, MLS
Reading Device: B07H9H1K1C
2025 Reading Goal: 30
2025 Goal Completion: 23%

Post by Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis »

I love the cover. It's very creative and eye-catching. I applaud the Creative Designer of the cover.
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know which one you are going to get!"
User avatar
Rupali Mishra
In It Together VIP
Posts: 902
Joined: 12 Jun 2023, 05:05
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 65
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-rupali-mishra.html
Latest Review: Will of The Hill by Marshall Cobb

Post by Rupali Mishra »

Lauren Victoria wrote: 01 Jan 2025, 16:08 I think the cover really pulls you it. I want to pick it up and read the back from the cover alone. I know that one shouldn't judge a book by its cover but having one that invited people in is never a bad thing. Nice work.
Nice words! I like your opinion.
User avatar
Rupali Mishra
In It Together VIP
Posts: 902
Joined: 12 Jun 2023, 05:05
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 65
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-rupali-mishra.html
Latest Review: Will of The Hill by Marshall Cobb

Post by Rupali Mishra »

Julie Basil wrote: 02 Jan 2025, 10:59 The cover of this book is intriguing at first glance but doesn’t seem to exactly fit the title or subject of the book. The various doors could be connected to the riddle aspect of the book, but the rest of the design doesn’t seem to relate before having read the book.
I appreciate your viewpoint.
User avatar
Rupali Mishra
In It Together VIP
Posts: 902
Joined: 12 Jun 2023, 05:05
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 65
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-rupali-mishra.html
Latest Review: Will of The Hill by Marshall Cobb

Post by Rupali Mishra »

Bertha Jackson wrote: 01 Jan 2025, 19:54 Although the book's cover caught my eye, I am not sure what a nude woman has to do with alchemy. Having said this, I am interested in reading this book to find out the significance of the nude woman.
nice observation
User avatar
Rupali Mishra
In It Together VIP
Posts: 902
Joined: 12 Jun 2023, 05:05
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 65
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-rupali-mishra.html
Latest Review: Will of The Hill by Marshall Cobb

Post by Rupali Mishra »

The cover, in my opinion, truly draws people in. Just looking at the cover makes me desire to grab it up and read the back. Having a book that welcomes others is always a good thing, even though I am aware that people cannot judge something by its cover.
User avatar
Justin Christensen
In It Together VIP
Posts: 126
Joined: 03 Oct 2022, 19:23
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 50
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-justin-christensen.html
Latest Review: Educational Disobedience by Dr. Annise Mabry

Post by Justin Christensen »

I agree with much of what's been said here already - this is probably the best cover I've seen on a book of the month in a long time. The imagery of the doors in the background and the butterfly in place of the head both hint at transformation and definitely draw me in.
User avatar
Omneya Shakeep
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 1014
Joined: 20 Oct 2022, 15:29
Favorite Book: Catching Genesis
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 176
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-omneya-shakeep.html
Latest Review: Jewelry Heist by Kathleen Heart Smith

Post by Omneya Shakeep »

I'm curious about the butterfly replacing the woman's face and what's the significance behind the nudity. I guess the mystery vibes of the cover will easily draw the readers, but I'm not sure I am curious enough to pick it up.
"Those who feel grateful, and are eternally generous, experience life at its richest."
Rob White.
User avatar
Bettny Andrade
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 994
Joined: 23 Feb 2022, 10:57
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 137
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-bettny-andrade.html
Latest Review: Stevie Tenderheart Books WAIT A MINUTE! (An Illustrated Novella) by Steve William Laible

Post by Bettny Andrade »

Honestly, the cover of this book scares me a bit and gives me bad vibes. I'm one of those who usually choose based on the covers and I wouldn't choose this one. I would like to read the alchemy theme in this story, but I think I'll settle for going through the reviews.
Kristin Cowan
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 369
Joined: 24 Oct 2023, 22:21
Currently Reading: Deceptive Calm
Bookshelf Size: 96
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-kristin-cowan.html
Latest Review: Sisters In Cold Blood by Kay A. Oliver

Post by Kristin Cowan »

At minimum, it makes me want to read the synopsis. If I were just reading based on covers, I’d grab it!
User avatar
Sarah Zain
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 1696
Joined: 09 Jan 2023, 17:00
Favorite Book: Wutheing heights
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 95
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-sarah-zain.html
Latest Review: The Magdalena Gambit by Oscar Ortiz

Post by Sarah Zain »

It gave me chills when i saw it. It really didn't help to arose my curiosity towards the book. May be after reading some reviews I will understand why choosing that cover and how it connected and reflected the book.
Life is hard on its own so let's make it easier for each other if we could.
User avatar
Jamie Heinslwood
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 17
Joined: 20 Aug 2024, 15:53
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 13
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-jamie-heinslwood.html
Latest Review: Of Zots and Xoodles by Zarqnon the Embarrassed

Post by Jamie Heinslwood »

It kinda caught my eye if I am being totally honest because of the nude woman and her face covered with a butterfly.
Post Reply

Return to “Discuss "The Riddle of Alchemy" by Paul Kiritsis”