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enchantedsleeper's review
4.0
After loving Into the Spider-Verse and hearing good things about this new series, I've decided to dive in! The first issue is mostly just setting up Miles' situation and filling in backstory, but I really enjoy the art and the characters, plus the motif of Miles keeping a journal. There is a lead-in to what will obviously be a much bigger plot at the end that has left me intrigued, and I'm keen to read more. A very solid start!
quirkycatsfatstacks's review
5.0
I think we all knew that a reboot of Miles Morales’ series was on the horizon. His character has been getting a lot of ink lately, thanks to the new movie/tv series that’s launching. Still, I’ve always enjoyed his perspective so I was looking forward to it.
In the previous series concerns had been mentioned about Miles’ character; how he didn’t act true to his heritage. Honestly, even enjoying the series I could absolutely see the complaints they were making. I can also say that I feel like those concerns were addressed in this rebooted series. I can’t comment on all the subtleties (but would love it if somebody else stepped up and did so), but there were a few heavy hitting moments: moments talking about current politics and why that would directly concern the people in Miles’ life. I think it showed us that the series was willing to try harder.
As far as the first issue in a rebooted series goes, this was a solid one. All of the important characters were shown, conflict was strewn about, and we got a good idea of what has been going on in Miles’ life (hint: he’s not getting enough sleep). They did introduce an antagonist, but not in the way you’d expect. I really enjoyed that particular twist.
In the previous series concerns had been mentioned about Miles’ character; how he didn’t act true to his heritage. Honestly, even enjoying the series I could absolutely see the complaints they were making. I can also say that I feel like those concerns were addressed in this rebooted series. I can’t comment on all the subtleties (but would love it if somebody else stepped up and did so), but there were a few heavy hitting moments: moments talking about current politics and why that would directly concern the people in Miles’ life. I think it showed us that the series was willing to try harder.
As far as the first issue in a rebooted series goes, this was a solid one. All of the important characters were shown, conflict was strewn about, and we got a good idea of what has been going on in Miles’ life (hint: he’s not getting enough sleep). They did introduce an antagonist, but not in the way you’d expect. I really enjoyed that particular twist.
verumsolum's review
5.0
I have heard about Miles Morales for a while and how great he was, but I had not gotten around to reading any of him. Honestly, my main impression of Spider-Man was the old cartoons that were often on at lunch hour when I was a child. So I didn't feel any need to rush out and start reading their comic books. I finally started reading Amazing Spider-Man when it recently had a #1 and when Miles Morales: Spider-Man had a #1, I knew it was time to give it a try.
And am I ever glad I did! I am notoriously frustrated by issue #1 of most titles: to the point where I expect #1 to be at least a star lower than the rest of the series and that I don't trust any negative judgement about a title based solely on issue #1.
This issue #1 was not in that category. Everything in it helped me know Miles and his backstory better and made me want to read more about him and find out what is going to happen to him. I don't know where we're going, but I'm glad I'm on this train!
And am I ever glad I did! I am notoriously frustrated by issue #1 of most titles: to the point where I expect #1 to be at least a star lower than the rest of the series and that I don't trust any negative judgement about a title based solely on issue #1.
This issue #1 was not in that category. Everything in it helped me know Miles and his backstory better and made me want to read more about him and find out what is going to happen to him. I don't know where we're going, but I'm glad I'm on this train!
pacinocorleone's review
5.0
This is the first Miles Morales (or any Spider-Man, really) comic I've read and I absolutely loved it. It definitely set the bar high. Miles is portrayed exactly as I wanted him to and wished I could have looked up to if only I had discovered him earlier when I was younger - a teenager ungracefully juggling the sticky antics of high school, crushes, relevant societal/world issues (immigration, familial ties, poverty etc) whilst simultaneously looking like he has everything together (spoiler alert, he doesn't!). That's the beauty of the character! From sleeping in for class to struggling with his innate teenage awkwardness in front of his high school crush Barbara; to recognising the eradication of his youth as a result of donning the spandex to his obligated conflict to help (Remember: "With great power comes great responsibility!"), Miles Morales illustrates a newer insight into the next younger generation of superheroes. To which Ahmed sets out in this first comic issue flawlessly.
doyoudogear's review
5.0
Saladin Ahmed is a new favorite! His writing is phenomenal, and he's made Miles Morales completely relatable. He even manages to address real world problems within the comic, and it makes you really think about the world we live in. I know some people like to read to escape, but Ahmed makes it clear that you cannot avoid the hard realities happening all around us.
Miles is an amazing character that's dealing with school, friends, and even a love interest. He also has two parents that love and accept him and his secrets. They just want him to be happy and responsible. I like that they're being supportive, even though their child is constantly putting himself in danger. He's Spider-Man, and that isn't an easy life to live. Also, Miles may be a different version of Spider-Man, but they're both sarcastic and like to be witty when fighting bad guys.
Miles is your typical teenager, but with superpowers, so it's interesting to see how he chooses to handle problems. I really love everything they're doing with this comic and cannot wait to see what happens next!
Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on May 18, 2019.
Miles is an amazing character that's dealing with school, friends, and even a love interest. He also has two parents that love and accept him and his secrets. They just want him to be happy and responsible. I like that they're being supportive, even though their child is constantly putting himself in danger. He's Spider-Man, and that isn't an easy life to live. Also, Miles may be a different version of Spider-Man, but they're both sarcastic and like to be witty when fighting bad guys.
Miles is your typical teenager, but with superpowers, so it's interesting to see how he chooses to handle problems. I really love everything they're doing with this comic and cannot wait to see what happens next!
Originally posted at Do You Dog-ear? on May 18, 2019.
jessjessthebest's review
4.0
Yes yes, we got a cliffhanger with the prowler and then the goddamn pandemic happened and we won't be getting resolution for months and months and months
but like
What a truly excellent boy
but like
What a truly excellent boy
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