Written by Michael Uslan
Art by Stan Goldberg; Bob Smith; Jack Morelli; & Glenn Whitmore
Cover Art by Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith
SUMMARY:
Published by Archie Comics for November 2009, this 32-page issue is the second installment of a six-part future ‘what if’ for Archie and his closest friends. It’s “The Wedding” mid-point of the three-part Archie Marries Veronica.
Before the wedding, Archie and the guys face a tight situation at their tuxedo fittings. At Veronica’s bachelorette party, Betty’s arrival says plenty. Amidst the inevitable wedding jitters, Veronica becomes Mrs. Archie Andrews. Flash forward a year, as Archie is pushing himself hard — perhaps too hard — to justify his father-in-law’s newfound faith in him. Coming home, an exhausted Archie finds out that his bride has another big announcement.
REVIEW:
In a direct continuation of Archie # 600, writer Michael Uslan and the art team make good on this ‘what if’ prospect of exploring Archie and Veronica’s fledging marriage. Poignant touches of character development are spot-on, as this element extends wonderfully to Archie’s supporting cast. Case in point: Archie’s brief scenes with a matured Reggie are a nice payoff. Even better is a scene where Betty’s two best friends are casually acknowledged by her new boyfriend, as at least one name is a surprise. Perhaps the most memorable sequence has Archie finally resolving loose ends with Betty. Overall, Archie # 601 is a gem in the franchise’s history.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
There’s a full-page cover preview of Archie # 602.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars
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