From cover to cover, Little White Mouse is an extraordinary effort. The design of the comic is striking. The storytelling is top-notch. The issues crackle with artistry and imagination.
This comic is a wonderfully imaginative adventure that doesn’t get nearly enough attention from fans. Given the apparently limited setting, I was surprised to realize the extent of the storytelling possibilities, which are carried out in terrific style with loads of imagination.
“The thing about this book—besides its incredible sense of solitude—is the backstory. It would be easy enough to just center on Loo and ignore the rest of the universe, but that doesn’t happen…the fact that a creator would even attempt to create a solo-character comic series is noteworthy, and the fact that he pulls it off brilliantly is remarkable.”
Writer and artist Paul Sizer throws an interesting curve with this one…’Little White Mouse‘ is a character-driven tale about how our environments shape us, and finding the strength to continue in a very harsh, unforgiving world. Very fun, exciting stuff.”
“Paul Sizer has done a wonderful job in giving Loo a real personality, making her a fit companion to such well-developed (in a character sense, not chest size) women as STRANGERS IN PARADISE’s Francine and Katchoo.”
“Sizer has the happy ability to write about a teen-age girl without having her come off as a ditz… Loo’s intelligence, resourcefulness and introspection are nice surprises…”
“…LITTLE WHITE MOUSE comes out just right. The thoughtful story is bright and female-friendly, the kind of comic book that Friends of Lulu should be cheering for…”
“A little manga, a little Tank Girl, a bit of action and some introspective angst…this offers fun and intelligence all in one package.”
“Sizer knows how to draw, has a story to tell, and has got himself a character you can empathize with and root for. I want to see more.”
"Sizer does a masterful job of thrusting us into the role of voyeur as he makes us privy to all the inner workings of his characters. At its core, LITTLE WHITE MOUSE is a story about desperation and loneliness, and how we as human beings deal with those two personal demons. It is a tale filled with ingenuity, personal courage, and most of all hope. It’s pretty much the entire human equation wrapped up in just over 200 pages of science fiction trappings. It’s pure magic. Just read it, you’ll love it."
"I’m astounded that in this seemingly sci-fi tale—replete with robots and space age technology—the core of the tale is about the weight of one’s soul and all that makes up the essence of a person. Sizer portrays this through technological ghosts, brainwave transfers and in one issue, the simple throwing of a Frisbee. Rather than a tale of loneliness and despair, one sees where Loo’s unceasing supply of hope is generated by the values instilled by her family. And this adventure vividly portrays her ability to create a pseudo-family through her own trials and challenges. It’s a tale of discovery for the characters and for its audience."
"The great thing about Little White Mouse is that the characters are so endearing. From the rough yet loveable "Filthy Jake" Armani, to Loo’s brother Xi who is convinced that Loo is still alive somewhere, every character has qualities that we can see a bit of ourselves in. Sizer makes sure that every character wears their heart on their sleeve while also hiding major plot points at the same time… readers will definitely get to see the same wit and charm from a great series that can make a person cry one page and laugh out loud the next.
Grade: A"