Smoke

A tense, three-issue crime series from IDW, Smoke (2005) follows a disgraced journalist investigating a mysterious fire that may hold the key to a much larger conspiracy. Written by Alex de Campi with gritty, expressive art by Igor Kordey (credited also as Igor Kordej), the story unfolds through a moody, noir-tinged lens that prioritizes atmosphere and moral ambiguity. Though brief, the series stands as a sharp, self-contained thriller from the mid-2000s, showcasing de Campi’s early talent for tight, character-driven suspense.