This issue is fast-paced, exciting, emotional, beautifully illustrated, and super well-researched. It also gives readers a new understanding of Spider-Man's supporting cast. Can't recommend it enough.

SYMBIOTE SPIDER-MAN #2 is fast-paced, imaginative, colorful, and fun. It engages readers with memorable action sequences, and engaging dialogue. Every page left me wanting more.

SPIDER-MAN: LIFE STORY #2 marks another successful entry of the Marvel miniseries. The writing and art are both amazing -- obvious pun intended. However, I do worry that references to Spider-Man history won't remain interesting in future issues.

Though it tells a familiar story, FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN #6 tells it in an unfamiliar way, with accurate characterizations, cute comedy, and beautiful art.

Admittedly, SPIDER-MAN: LIFE STORY #3 isn't the greatest Spider-Man comic. Nonetheless, I appreciate Chip Zdarsky's and Mark Bagley's decision to take such a candid approach to aging and instability.

Nothing truly substantial happens in FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MAN #5, making it a skippable purchase. However, despite the lack of consequences, or new information, it's still an enjoyable enough read.