Stumptown
Written by Greg Rucka. Art by Matthew Southworth, Justin Greenwood.
A Portland private investigator takes cases that reach into her own messy life.
Overview
Dex Parios works as a private investigator while trying to protect her family and manage debts. Rucka and Southworth introduced her in a 2009 Oni Press series, with later stories drawn by other artists including Justin Greenwood.
Why It Matters
Dex is resourceful without being invulnerable; personal obligations complicate each professional choice.
Genre & Themes
Private-eye noir mixes family pressure, organized crime and local mystery.
Art & Visual Identity
Southworth’s loose lines and lived-in Portland settings give the first arc a grounded, restless look.
Read This If You Like
- Private detectives
- Portland settings
- Greg Rucka crime fiction