This cover design was created for a 1920s prohibition-era crime novel centred on a mobster. The approach prioritised simplicity while maintaining strong visual impact. The shattered glass effect serves dual purposes—it immediately suggests gunfire and violence, while the radiating crack pattern mirrors the intricate network of criminal connections and influence that emanates from the crime boss at the story's heart.
The design achieves that perfect balance between straightforward imagery and layered symbolism, capturing both the era's violence and the complex web of relationships that define organised crime.
Fantastic from start to finish. Arjan is an outstanding artist. What a pleasure to work with him!
— Solomon Hill
