Vesper

John Lafleur and Chris Dibari’s Vesper (Acetylene Comics, 1997–present) is a four-issue series that quietly redefined the supernatural noir genre, centering on a mysterious woman whose connection to the afterlife draws her into a web of crime and occult intrigue. Lafleur’s taut, atmospheric writing pairs seamlessly with Dibari’s moody, shadow-drenched art, creating a compact yet resonant story that lingers long after the final page. A cult favorite for its lean, poetic storytelling, it remains a standout example of late-90s indie comics craftsmanship.