The Blonde: Double Cross

Franco Saudelli’s The Blonde: Double Cross is a three-issue miniseries from Fantagraphics (1991–1992) that follows the adventures of a glamorous, resourceful blonde heroine through a stylish, adult-oriented blend of espionage and eroticism. Written by Saudelli alongside Bernd Metz and Stefano Gaudiano, with Saudelli handling the lush, expressive artwork, the series stands as a notable example of European-influenced comics finding a home in the American independent market. Its sleek, noir-tinged storytelling and confident visual flair make it a distinctive artifact of early-’90s alternative comics.