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Stray Bullets

David Lapham

Ranked No. 86 of 100 · 1995 · El Capitan / USA

Crime anthology, psychological noir, criminal underworld

One act of violence sends consequences through people who never planned to meet.

Overview

Lapham began Stray Bullets in 1995. Its linked crime stories range across decades, following criminals, children and bystanders through decisions that echo far beyond a single episode.

Why It Matters

The series gives chance and consequence unusual force; minor characters can become the center of the next story.

Genre & Themes

Nonlinear crime drama, dark comedy and suburban noir.

Art & Visual Identity

Lapham’s clear black-and-white grid keeps shocking events legible while everyday settings stay disquietingly plain.

Read This If You Like

  • Interlocking stories
  • Crime across generations
  • Independent comics noir