Djinn #6

The sixth volume of Jean Dufaux and Ana Mirallès's richly atmospheric series finds Djinn in evocative form, with Mirallès's cover presenting a confident, dark-haired woman in a striking red patterned dress parting sheer curtains before looming tribal masks and ornate wooden carvings. The warm golden tones and intricate decorative details give the image a sensuous, mysterious quality that perfectly suits a chapter titled "De zwarte parel" — The Black Pearl. If you've been following this series, 2006's sixth installment looks like a rewarding continuation of its distinctive blend of exoticism and intrigue.