Marie-Lune #8

The eighth volume of Marie-Lune brings the subtitle Plus moche la vie ! — and the cover sets the mood perfectly: pink-haired, green-eyed Marie-Lune flashes a cheerful peace sign from inside what looks like a doodle-framed snapshot, surrounded by hand-drawn skulls, lightning bolts, a tiny bat, and a storm cloud that hint at the dramatic teen turbulence to come. Created by Douyé and Yllya, this 2016 Vents d'Ouest entry keeps the series' signature mix of manga-influenced art and playful illustration in fine form. Whether you're discovering Marie-Lune for the first time or following her story from the start, this volume's lively cover energy makes it hard to put back on the shelf.