LIGHTS OF NITEROI TP (MR)

Set in 1950s Brazil near Rio, Lights of Niteroi follows Hélcio, a young promising soccer player, and his friend Noël as they raid a boat for dead fish, only to be swept into a perilous journey that tests their loyalty. This suspenseful tale, inspired by Marcello Quintanilha’s own father, blends noir thriller elements with a lush, intimate look at friendship and a fading era along Guanabara Bay. Quintanilha’s masterful artwork and his personal perspective anchor the story as he dives into real events from the 1950s, weaving in the region’s color and danger—from the fishermen’s world to the first naturist camp and the notable figure Luz del Fuego. Translated by the author with Bruna Dantas Lobato, Lights of Niteroi is a stand-out graphic novel in Quintanilha’s acclaimed body of work, balancing thrill and tenderness in a vivid Brazilian setting.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of literary graphic novels that blend suspense with intimate character drama.
• Readers drawn to historical settings, especially mid-20th-century Brazil, and real-life inspiration.
• People who enjoy friend-centered adventures where loyalty is tested.
• Readers who value artful storytelling and Marcello Quintanilha’s distinctive style.