Les 7 vies de l'Épervier

In 1983, Glénat launched Les 7 vies de l'Épervier, a sweeping historical adventure series scripted by Patrick Cothias and illustrated by André Juillard. Across seven issues published through 1991, the story follows the intertwined fates of a mysterious noblewoman and a masked avenger in 17th-century France, blending intrigue, romance, and political drama. Cothias and Juillard's collaboration became a hallmark of the bande dessinée tradition, with Juillard's elegant, detailed artwork earning particular acclaim for its period authenticity. This series stands as a cornerstone of French historical comics, renowned for its sophisticated storytelling and lush visual style.