Widow’s Web cover art revealed …

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Widow’s Web outer cover Widow’s Web inner cover

 So I can finally share the cover art for Widow’s Web, the seventh book in my Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series that will be out on Aug. 21. Huzzah!

Although, this time, there’s a twist.

The paperback copies will actually have two covers — an outer white cover (above left) and an inner blue cover (above right). Basically, the white cover is a flap that you open up to see the inner cover. This is called a step-back cover. Pretty cool, huh?

So when you go to your local bookstore or want to order the paperback version online, be on the lookout for the white cover.


Widow’s Web e-book cover

However, if you plan on getting the e-book, be on the lookout for the blue cover, since that’s what will be used for the e-book versions. The e-book cover (above) is basically the same art as the inner cover, but with my name and the title of the book on it. And once again, the art by Tony Mauro on the blue cover is just fantastic.

Here’s a little more info about the book. Please note that there are a few mild spoilers here, if you haven’t read By a Thread yet:

My name is Gin, and I kill people. It’s something I’ve been doing for years as the assassin called Spider, but now, it’s turned into a necessity on my part just to survive all the lowlifes in Ashland who are gunning for me. The underworld is still in turmoil, and I seem to be on everyone’s hit list these days.

To add to Gin’s problems, her lover Owen’s ex is in town. Salina is back in Ashland to reclaim an old family legacy — and she thinks that Owen is hers for the taking. Also in the mix is Phillip Kincaid, a casino owner and all-around shady character who has a mysterious connection to both Owen and Salina.

Salina might seem like a sweet Southern belle, but there’s more to her than meets the eye. Her water elemental magic makes her a dangerous enemy — and someone who can go toe-to-toe with Gin’s Ice and Stone power. But Gin is determined to get to the bottom of Salina’s deadly scheme, even though it just might cost her everything … including Owen.

Basically, this book delves into Owen’s past. Readers will find out how Owen survived when he was living on the streets with his younger sister, Eva, as well as more about his relationships with Salina and Kincaid.

Widow’s Web is up for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and other booksellers. Hope everyone enjoys the book when it comes out.

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33 Responses to “Widow’s Web cover art revealed …”

  5. Alisha S. says:

    Absolutely squeee worthy (which is why I just that a moment ago). Love the double-layered cover idea for the paperback version. And major kudos to Tony Mauro!

    • Jennifer Estep says:

      Thanks! I really like the covers too. Tony always does such a good job capturing Gin and the world of Ashland. I’m always excited to see what he comes up with next.

  7. Leontine says:

    WOW – the cover is uber kewl but the blurb..Zomg, Jennifer, I can’t wait!!!! Love it that you’re taking us in to Owen’s past!! 😀

  8. ferdy says:

    I love the cover:)
    Really looking forward to reading it, though I am nervous about Owen’s relationship with his ex. I need it to be Aug now!

  10. Inga says:

    uh uh, i can’t wait! The look is cool 🙂 And really looking forward to Owen’s life story 🙂 Go Gin!!! Some ex ass kicking in order 😀 Thank you for the amazing books Jennifer xxx

  12. elba says:

    Love it!!!! I’m reading By a Thread right now. Love your books!!! They have 1 side effect on me though, they make me crave BBQ lol

  13. Danielle D says:

    I love the cover 🙂
    I did a fan girl squeak when I saw this announced
    I now know what I’m getting myself as a belated b-day gift in Aug. 🙂

  14. Judith Post says:

    The blues in the cover caught my eye, but what I really love is your web’s background with the steaming manhole, dingy mood, and lonely lamp post. Cool.

  15. Shannon says:

    I really love the inner and outer cover they are doing for Widow’s Web!! I can not wait to see what Gin is up to in this one!

  16. Mariya @ Mystifying Paranormal Reviews says:

    Not quite a fan of the whole new cover idea b/c it’s kind of like whole new different covers in the front cover, outside one, is completely white. I like the idea of the inside, but I think it could still be done where you have an actual image on outside and image on inside. I know Jeaniene Frosts’s covers are similar with the outside and inner/sideback cover idea, I’d like it more if there was an actual image on the outside/front

    Anyway! Love your books and can’t wait for the next to comes out! ;))

    • Jennifer Estep says:

      You can’t see it in the photo, but the white cover also has a really cool pearl effect on it, along with a spider web. So I think it fits in well with the spider theme of the titles.

      I like Jeaniene Frost’s covers too because it’s almost like you get two covers. One with Cat on the outside and then another (usually) with her and Bones on the inside.

      Thanks! I appreciate that. Hope you enjoy the book when it comes out.

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