HERE COMES THE SENSATIONAL SPIDER-GIRL! Spinning out of the pages of SPIDER-BOY comes the sensational SPIDER-GIRL! After Bullseye's betrayal, Spider-Girl is trying her hand at being a hero. But when a clash with VERMIN reveals that a major Spider-Nemesis is tracking her, Spider-Girl will have to figure out what this villain wants - and which of their allies will try to kill her next.
Rated T
Maka Akana can win any contest she enters. She has trained hard to succeed in the martial arts. As the young Hawaiian transitions to life without Bullseye, she wonders if she should change her approach. But as she weighs the values of victories versus friendships, a villain conspires to use her like her former mentor in Spider-Girl #1. Read Full Review
Makas fun. One of the most appealing and distinctive things about her IS her inexperience. Thats not something that often comes across as a terribly appealing aspect of any character. The shared universe element of superhero comics really plays-up the appeal of characters who have had dealings with a great many others within the universe in question. Gronbekk and company make Makas lack of experience one of the most appealing things about her as she swings somewhat haphazardly through her opening issue. Its fun stuff from beginning to end. With any luck it has a nice, long run. Read Full Review
Spider-Girl #1 is a promising start that balances youthful energy with superhero stakes, setting the stage for a likable new character to carve her own corner of the Marvel Universe. With expressive art and a solid grasp on tone, this debut issue is an entertaining entry point for readers of all ages, even if a few character beats need more clarity. Read Full Review