0 historical-fiction-green-suspense-fear-horror-intrigue-book-cover-ideas-with-forest-tree-branch-noose-elm-leaves-8d7315a0d8 The visual composition of the twisted noose made from Elm leaves represents the suspense, horror, and fear found within the book. The dark green forest background adds to the intrigue and sets the tone for the historical fiction genre. The choice of distressed and cursive fonts for the typography complements the overall design, with the distressed font conveying a sense of mystery and the cursive font adding an elegant touch. The matte finish paper stock enhances the dark and moody atmosphere, making the cover visually appealing and representative of the book's genre.