Here's the blurb:
Spanning the 20th century, the story of Roses takes place in a small East Texas town against the backdrop of the powerful timber and cotton industries, industries controlled by the scions of the town's founding families. Cotton tycoon Mary Toliver and timber magnate Percy Warwick should have married but unwisely did not, and now must deal with the deceit, secrets, and tragedies of their choice and the loss of what might have been—not just for themselves but for their children, and children's children. With expert, unabashed, big-canvas storytelling, Roses covers a hundred years, three generations of Texans and the explosive combination of passion for work and longing for love.
When I was in the shops the other day, I saw the Australian (and perhaps elsewhere, not sure) cover and I was a little surprised by how different it is to the US cover:
Normally I would have said that the cover on the right would have been more suggestive of the content of the book, and that the cover on the left would have been more generic, but for some reason this time I find myself liking the US cover better. What about you? Which cover would you rather be seen reading?
I loved this book! I finished reading it last month and was glued to the pages throughout. It is interesting to see the difference in the covers. I think the one on the right is more suggestive of the setting, but the left-hand one is very appropriate to the theme.
ReplyDeleteI like the cover you have better, it does suggest the place much better.
ReplyDeleteOops, didn't mean to post that quite yet! Both appeal to me, but I prefer the US one because it's more unique.
ReplyDeleteI like the US one - love the colours, also it says 'big, juicy book' to me.
ReplyDeleteI like the US cover, too! I think because a house and scripty font has become kind of a staple for historicals (like the headless lady in a period gown--not a bad thing, but seen often), it's refreshing to see something different. Plus, the font on the title is so suggestive of place and time! Simple detail, but makes the design.
ReplyDeleteThe Australian cover would appeal more to me, because I like the historical and antique look. I haven't picked up a copy yet, but I've heard lots about it.
ReplyDeleteI think normally the Australian cover would be my favorite but I am loving the rose petals on the US version. Thanks for the post!
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