Speak of the Devil

A six-issue Dark Horse series from 2007–2008, Speak of the Devil is a taut, character-driven crime story most closely associated with writer/artist Gilbert Hernandez. With coloring by Dave Stewart and additional scripting from Philip Simon and Sierra Hahn, the series delves into the violent aftermath of a small-town murder, exploring guilt, secrets, and the corrosive nature of power. Its lean, noir-inflected storytelling and Hernandez's distinctive, expressive art make it a sharp, understated entry in his diverse body of work.