Gaia Alessi creates a magical cover treatment for the latest and final Aliya adventure.
Following on from the second book in the series, Aliya Aboard The Time Train, comes the finale... Aliya and The Shop of Second Chances and it's equally packed with thrills and magic and, once again, showcases Gaia Alessi’s skill for creating vibrant eye-catching fiction covers. Blending elements of Middle Eastern architecture along with her use of geometric patterns and rich colour palette, Gaia creates a sense of place and wonder. The central figure of Aliya, poised amidst swirling colours, reflects her journey and the magical challenges she faces. Gaia has expertly combined all the elements required to create a leap-off-the-shelf book cover that sets us up for the story within.
Written by Laila Rifaat, this magical series features time travel, flying carpets, arch-villains, and shape-shifters - all set in a parallel Egypt! The latest adventure follows Aliya as she prepares for the Infinite City's time-travelling flying carpet race. When fellow locksmiths vanish and the power source for time travel is compromised, Aliya must delve into the past to save her world from the enigmatic Dorian Darke and his shapeshifting shop of darkness...
Since childhood, Gaia has enjoyed disappearing into imaginary worlds which to this day inspires her work. Her background in architecture and fine art informs her detailed and immersive illustrations. Gaia's passion for myths and legends is evident in her work, making her an ideal match for Laiala Rifaat's fantasy narrative.
Gaia's bold and vibrant cover for Aliya and the Shop of Second Chances, has wrapped up the series with a real visual punch. Together with the other covers it forms a stunning set that really captures the spirit of this thrilling series that's been just as magical to look at as it is to read.
Aliya and the Shop of Second Chances by Laila Rifaat publishes on 8th May with Chicken House , you can read an extract here and buy a copy on hive.co.uk.
Find out more about book one in this series, Aliya to the Infinite City and book two, Aliya Aboard the Time Train.
You can view Gaia Alessi’s fabulous online portfolio HERE, for more information regarding working with Gaia please email info@arenaillustration.com or call us 020 8555 9827. Stay updated with our latest projects by signing up for our weekly newsletter.
