Written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Art by Angel Medina; Scott Hanna; Avalon’s Dan Kemp; & VC’s Cory Petit
Cover Art by Clayton Crain
SUMMARY:
Entitled “The Husband or the Spider?,” Marvel Comics released this Civil War-related issue for January 2007. After weeks of enduring constant stress living as a fugitive, Mary Jane Watson-Parker is hitting her emotional breaking point. Even Aunt May eerily senses that Mary Jane might well walk out and not come back. Tormented by nightmares, Mary Jane discreetly meets up with and confides in Sue “Invisible Woman” Richards. As Mary Jane succinctly tells Sue, unlike other super-hero marriages, she doesn’t have powers to protect herself.
Yet, Sue’s point hits home that it’s up to Mary Jane to decide how much the commitment of being ‘Mrs. Spider-Man’ ultimately means. The shocking outcome of Spider-Man’s seemingly routine clash with The Rhino is revealed.
REVIEW:
This issue does welcome justice to the Spider-Man franchise’s most vital co-star. Including a stellar cover image, the art team’s visuals are terrific. Bolstered by such reliable artwork, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s plausible exploration of a troubled Mary Jane’s doubts is well-played. The Sensational Spider-Man # 32 proves a definite keeper for faithful Spider-fans.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
The single-page letters-and-answers column previews the cover image for Issue # 33.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7½ Stars
