Corto Maltese #16

Casterman's 2022 continuation of the beloved Corto Maltese series brings Juan Díaz Canales and Rubén Pellejero's "Nocturnes berlinois" to life with a cover that immediately evokes nocturnal intrigue — a solitary, hat-brimmed figure rendered in deep blues and blacks stands against a moody Berlin cityscape of domed buildings and vintage automobiles, a crescent moon hanging above. Pellejero's cover art balances bold graphic shadows with warm amber tones, capturing the atmospheric tension this series does so well. A fine addition to the shelf for longtime fans of Hugo Pratt's sailor-adventurer and a compelling entry point for those discovering Corto Maltese's world of mystery and wandering.