![]() ![]() The ever-shifting social relationships feel very authentic to early adolescence. Lou, for her part, starts hanging out with the rebellious Mary Emily, who uses her anger to cover up her life of privilege. Mina is Black and of course, she would want to hang out with someone who understands her experience a bit more. When Lou’s best friend, Mina, pulls away from her, choosing to hang out with the more streetwise Karine instead, it’s confusing for Lou but it makes sense in the comic. They have a sweet, loving relationship and it’s great to see a mother and daughter pair that feel united against the world. While at times it does feel like Lou is the more “mature” one, both mother and daughter are quirky oddballs. ![]() I was surprised at how much I became emotionally invested in Lou’s changing circumstances because I thought I was just reading a fun comic.ĭrawn with bangs that hang over her eyes and oversized, round glasses, Lou’s mother is messy and awkward but she’s always allowed to be herself. While the tone is always light, the emotions feel real, though, and that speaks strongly to Neel’s skills. It’s not a surprise Lou! has also been adapted as an animated series because it already feels animated on the page. His artwork is colorful and cartoony - it feels very playful and round, with a lot of dynamic movement that captures the energy of being young. Julien Neel’s Lou! is adorably kind and sweet. ![]()
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