Color palette: A combination of deep black and bronze tones with accents of white (represented by the lily of the valley) that create a mysterious and luxurious atmosphere.

Central motif: The black snake coiled around a lily of the valley flower symbolizes danger and seduction as well as fragility and innocence. This image hints at the themes of passion, betrayal and ambivalence that play a central role in the book.

Typography: The title in a modern serif font combined with playful accents (such as the “&”), conveys a mixture of strength and subtlety. The golden font color on the back highlights the important keywords and immediately draws the reader in.

Overall, the layout is sophisticated, dark and seductive - perfect for a book that plays with suspense, passion and moral conflict.