Judging A Book By It's Cover: Graceling

Wow, I haven't done one of these in forever! This week I'm judging the US hardcover of Graceling, which has been on my bookshelf for me to read for quite a while now. Here's the cover:


It's...okay. I love the background, it's kind of vintage and very unique. I think what turns me off is the bright light surrounding the sword. The font's not too bad. And I think the half face in the sword is a really nice touch. So I guess I like the cover... I don't love it though. What do you think?