Pico Bogue #13

A sun-dappled Parisian street sets the scene for this thirteenth volume of Pico Bogue, with the red-haired, backpack-toting young Pico striding cheerfully alongside a lanky, smiling adult — the two of them clearly mid-conversation as city life buzzes warmly around them: cyclists, pedestrians, and a curious dog filling out the lively backdrop. The loose, expressive watercolor linework gives the cover an effortless, lived-in charm that has made this series so endearing over its long run. Sur le Chemin looks to be another affectionate slice of everyday life from Dargaud's beloved series, landing in 2021 with the same light touch that keeps readers coming back.