Odeur de brûlé

A compact, two-issue French series from Editions du Zebu, Odeur de brûlé (2016–present) is a taut, atmospheric crime story whose title—"Smell of Burning"—hints at the lingering tension and visceral unease at its core. The series is defined by its stark, expressive artwork and a lean, suspenseful narrative that unfolds in a confined, pressure-cooker setting. It matters as a sharp example of contemporary European noir, proving that a story can leave a lasting impression in just a handful of issues.