Cat Burglar Black

In Cat Burglar Black, Richard Sala crafts a single-issue graphic novel for First Second that follows a young cat burglar navigating a world of shadowy conspiracies and eccentric villains. Sala’s signature gothic, cartoonish style infuses this 2009 debut with a darkly whimsical tone, blending heist thrills with a coming-of-age mystery. Though brief, it stands as a compact showcase of Sala’s distinctive storytelling and visual flair.