is a French graphic novel released by Glénat on April 6, 2016 . Written by Marc Omeyer and illustrated by Olivier Berlion , it serves as the debut volume of a nine-part concept series where each installment focuses on one of the nine major arts . Plot Summary
: Olivier Berlion's artwork is described as having a "noir" and "glaucous" (bleak) feel that perfectly suits the dark streets of New York . Some reviewers found the "sketched" or "crayonnée" style effective for the mood, though others felt the colors could have been more vibrant . Download Art crime (L') Planches sang 2016 cbr
Set in Manhattan in 1972, the story follows a police officer investigating a serial killer obsessed with finding five missing pages (planches) from a legendary 1940s comic titled La Piste de Mesa Verde . The narrative centers on Nora Hathaway, who is framed for the murder of an elderly billionaire, Art Blumenfeld, and must navigate a deadly hunt for the unfinished artwork to prove her innocence . Critical Reception is a French graphic novel released by Glénat
: While the concept of linking crimes to different arts was highly praised, some early reviews felt the overall narrative arc only truly took shape toward the end of the volume . Series Concept L'Art du Crime - Planches de sang Tome 01 - Fnac Some reviewers found the "sketched" or "crayonnée" style
Reviews from comic platforms like BD Gest and Babelio generally praise the book for its atmosphere and original premise:
: Critics noted the story features a successful "intrigue à tiroir" (layered plot) with effective suspense that holds until the final page .