WHAT WAS THE DEAL WITH THE COCKROACHES? Thirty years and change down the road, I still have NO idea (though there are those with theories) and it's one of the biggest reasons that this "adult" graphic novel doesn't really make it as heavy literature for grown-ups. Indeed, while the sexuality addressed here wouldn't have flown in a regular Marvel Comic of the period, it would only be a few years before the likes of She-Hulk's strip search would be a regular occurrence, while her peek-a-boo tuxedo would be considered overdressed for characters circa 1993. More than that, though there is some interesting subtext about the corruption within S.H.I.E.L.D., it's treated so superficially and over-the-top ridiculously that there's no real consequences. (The same theme would turn up a few years later in 'Nick Fury Vs. S.H.I.E.L.D., where it's revealed that the central council is composed of aliens who have been replacing the agents, 'Invasion Of The Body Snatchers' style. Soooo... that happened. Read Full Review
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