THE GOOD STUFF After being bitten by a genetically engineered spider, young Peter Parker finds that he now has incredibly enhanced strength, speed and agility. Along with the ability to adhere to any surface, a precognitive spider-sense that warns him of danger and a pair of mechanized web shooters, the idealistic teenager fights against evil as the costumed hero Spider-Man. Set during the decade of the 1990's, this is a Generation X version of the Amazing Spider-Man story. This is a time when young people believed that they had the power to change the world for the better. In order to make a difference, Peter will need to rely on his friends for help and have the courage to believe in good. (Written: August 9, 2024) LAST ISSUE: Mary Jane Watson's relationship with Harry Osborn continues to be a source of pain and frustration. Her pain is real and keeps getting worse. It cost her the friendship of Glory Grant, Betty Brant and Liz Allan. In addition, she privately longs for the love of Peter Parker. However, she urged the teenage boy to dedicate his life to being Spider-Man, not being with her. Now, with her wedding only a few months away, she feels as though she might have made the wrong choice. When Harry takes Mary Jane to the College of Mount Saint Vincent in search of a hard drive containing valuable information, he encounters the villainous Hobgoblin. Fortunately, the timely arrival of Spider-Man saves both their lives. In the aftermath of this conflict, Mary Jane breaks up with the abusive young owner of Oscorp Industries. Despite all the trials and tribulations of the past two years, she and Peter Parker finally get together. The pair of idealistic teens are in love and have both hit the jackpot.