Written by Jerry Ordway.
Art by Pete Krause; Mike Manley; Glenn Whitmore; & John Costanza.
Cover Art by Jerry Ordway.
SUMMARY:
Entitled “Family Values,” DC Comics released this issue for June 1995. Fake-fighting Fawcett City mobster (and undercover cop) “Muscles” McGinnis, Captain Marvel discreetly obtains a confidential adoption record for his sister Mary by the Bromfield family. Afterwards, Billy Batson discovers that a childhood stuffed toy is really the anthropomorphic and stylishly-dressed Tawky Tawny who remembers Billy and Mary quite well.
After dodging ‘Uncle’ Dudley, Billy attempts to meet his sister in person. Yet, an unsuspecting Billy is abducted by Mary’s corrupted nanny, Sarah Primm, and a gang of thugs holding Mary as a hostage for ransom. It is up to Tawky Tawny to convince young Mary that she must release her inner super-hero to save her brother’s life.
REVIEW:
Re-introducing Mary Marvel to a new generation, writer-artist Jerry Ordway’s scripting poignantly accomplishes the task. The issue’s art squad contributes likable visuals that perfectly fit Ordway’s storytelling. Even if this issue is not a must-have, it is neat to see most of the Marvel Family (Billy, Mary, Dudley, & Tawky Tawny) mingle in a kid-friendly tale with some fresh twists. Nicely played!
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
There is a two-page letters-and-answers column.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 6 Stars
