Ardalén

In this contemplative graphic novel from Spanish creator Miguelanxo Prado, the story follows a woman named Sabela who travels to a remote coastal village in search of her father’s past. There, she encounters an elderly man named Ardalén, whose fragmented memories of a lost love intertwine with her own quest. Published by Oog & Blik and De Bezige Bij, this single-issue series is a meditative exploration of memory, loss, and the elusive nature of truth. Prado’s lush, watercolor art and subtle storytelling make it a standout work of European comics.