First published 2023
Miles Morales never expected to become Spider-Man. After a radioactive spider bite grants him incredible powers, the teenager from Brooklyn must learn to balance high school life with his new responsibilities as a web-slinging hero. Miles discovers he possesses unique abilities that set him apart from his predecessor, including invisibility and bio-electric venom blasts. He faces the challenge of living up to the Spider-Man legacy while forging his own path as a protector of New York City. Family expectations weigh heavily on his shoulders as he navigates relationships with his parents and friends, all while keeping his secret identity hidden. Miles confronts dangerous villains who threaten everything he holds dear, forcing him to make difficult choices about heroism and sacrifice. This collection showcases the young hero's journey as he grows into his role and learns what it truly means to be Spider-Man.
Genres: adventure, comic-science-fiction, action, young-adult, comics
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family, secret-identity
Setting: Brooklyn, New York City
Period: 21st-century
252 pages · Paperback · Panini Books