I like the idea of Aunt May getting some time in the spotlight as far too often supporting players are left to sit on the shelf until they are needed, and important questions that should be raised are often times left unaddressed. It's good to see Aunt May is allowed to recognize that Peter is behaving oddly, and that part of her is uncomfortable with Spider-Man even if she has no understanding of why she finds Spider-Man so upsetting. I also like that Aunt May has been allowed to notice that Peter is slipping out of his room at night. I also appreciate that her grief over losing her husband, and the recent death of Captain Stacy hasn't been swept aside, as this is a woman who has seen far more people she cares for die than anyone should ever have to, and I like that it's had a real impact on her relationship with Peter. The issue also does a pretty fair job of presenting the psychiatrist as more than a narrative device, as the questions she asks are not merely designed to advance the Read Full Review

This issue is all about character building. If you want to see Spidey in action, youre only given a taste. Its good though. But to be honest, Im wondering if Bendis is spreading himself too thin. This title has been kind of on hold for a while now. Read Full Review

This has lost its title as my favorite book, and I hope Mr. Bendis returns to the more Parker-driven aspects of the book, instead of bringing in the X-Men for odd conversation and explaining May in an entire issue. The execution remains spectacular however, and you never know what Mr. Bendis has up his sleeve, especially as we approach issue #50. Read Full Review