This issue wraps up the second chapter of the Brand New Day story-line. It introduces us to Jackpot and the Menace. One good . . one bad. It also show us that even though it's a Brand New Day, Peter still has all his same old problems. He doesn't actually have a job, he's wanted by the Govt. and the Police, no girlfriend, no life, no web-fluid and he's greatly under-appreciated by his adoring public. He's trying to figure this Menace character out, and he's attempting to get some kind of Police cooperation. But, when he goes in to talk to one of the detectives, he finds out that there has been 5 killings around town. But the real kicker is, all of them have been found with a Spider-tracer on them. So now, on top of everything else, Spider-man is suspected of being a serial-killer. All of this happens just as Menace sets off an explosion at the Mayoral debate across town. What's a responsible young man to do? Well, in typical Parker fashion, Peter attempts to evade the police . . without web-fluid, remember . . but at the same time he wants them to follow him so that when they get to the Apollo they can apprehend the Menace. And Jackpot has tagged along for the ride. But, while engaging Menace, Spider-man is thrown off because of the Rookie's interference. She makes a bad mistake that sends Menace's glider careening off. It crash lands on top of the councilwoman. Not an auspicious beginning for either of these heroes. Then, later on, when Spider-man goes to confront Jackpot . . somewhere along the line she confided her identity to him, Sara Ehret . . . somehow I missed that . . . she claims she has no idea what he's talking about. It appears that she's going to be just as much a mystery as Menace. This one is again brought to us by Marc Guggenheim, with artwork by Salvador Larroca. So far I like it. But, I'm a big Spidey fan so . . I can forgive some little mistakes. I really don't mean that to sound negative. I really did enjoy the book, and this new direction they're on is . . . interesting. We'll see where we're at 6 or 8 months down the road. My expectations are high . . and so are my hopes.
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