Tamara #9

The ninth volume of Dupuis' charming Tamara series arrives with a quietly emotional cover: a giant, downcast Tamara looms in the foreground, her face tilted low and eyes hidden, while a tiny, wide-eyed little girl huddles at her feet looking uncertain — the title "Diego…" hinting at a name that clearly weighs on both of them. Writers Zidrou and Darasse, along with artist Bosse, bring their signature warmth to this 2011 entry, capturing teenage feeling in a single wordless image that speaks volumes. Fans of the series will find plenty to love in this heartfelt installment from one of Franco-Belgian comics' most endearing ongoing stories.