One of the main themes in The Demon Race is darkness vs. light, or good vs. evil. (Unsurprising, as this is a fantasy novel!) My writing contains a lot of symbolism, so when I was brainstorming possible designs for the cover, I already knew I wanted something representative of the theme, while also reflecting the novel’s darker tone.
A solar eclipse is an important phenomenon that takes place in the story, but it also represents Namali’s struggle to overcome the darkness as she crosses the desert on a demon. Like the tiny moon blocking out the powerful sun, Namali learns small actions can have great impact. She is just a girl, but she is also more than a girl. Choice, morality–these themes are integral to the human experience, and it is my hope that the book’s cover reflects what our main character must face on her journey.
The Demon Race by Alexandria WarwickA race across the desert.
An unimaginable prize.It occurs once every thousand years: The Demon Race. A test of will and strength, it is a race across the Saraj, a fight for the prize of a lifetime. And it is the key to Namali Hafshar’s freedom.
When shy, seventeen-year-old Namali learns of her arranged marriage, she flees home and enters the Demon Race for the chance to change her fate. But to compete, she must cross the Saraj on a daeva, a shadow demon that desires its own reward: to infect her soul with darkness.
Namali soon learns the desert holds more dangers than meets the eye. The only person she can trust is Sameen, a kind competitor seeking his own destiny. As her affection for him grows, however, so too does the darkness in her heart.
In this race of men and demons, only one can win. But the price of winning might be more than Namali is willing to pay.
Alexandria Warwick is the #1 fan of Avatar: The Last Airbender.
The Demon Race is her first novel.
Ooh, how intriguing that cover is! This book is brand new to me, but it sounds incredible! I will absolutely be keeping my eye out for this one to release–thanks so much for sharing. 🙂
Doesn't it?!! That blurb completely sells it aling with the cover ???