This is a very interesting shot. Underrated, I think. I really like your post-processing choices, and I appreciate the fact that it is deliberately not over-sharpened. The more I look at this, in fact, the more I like it. Don't let the score get you down on this one - it's got a lot more going for it than initially meets a quick glance.
I liked this photo! I like the barren look of it! That's cool that it made a cover photo :) Just goes to show how unappreciated true art can be, right? :)
too muddy...too messy. HOWEVER, the composition and crop is VERY good. You thought that one out, I think. My eye zigzags across the picture. Nice job. Try to bring the levels up a little bit on the house only. Or use a lighting effect on the house. That would help a lot!