Marvel Comics

Spider-Woman #7

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by Comic Books Library July 30, 2025


Spider-Woman #7 – A Multiversal Crisis Hits Home

Genre:
Superhero, Action, Sci-Fi, Multiverse Adventure

Main Characters:

  • Jessica Drew / Spider-Woman – The main protagonist and a seasoned superhero juggling the challenges of motherhood and heroism.
  • Gwen Stacy / Spider-Gwen – An alternate-universe Spider-Woman from Earth-65.
  • Ben Urich – Jessica’s ally and trusted confidant.
  • Roger Gocking (The Porcupine) – Jessica’s close friend and babysitter of her infant son.
  • Jessica’s Infant Son – A symbol of her new responsibilities and the emotional stakes in the story.

Writer:
Dennis Hopeless

Artist:
Joëlle Jones

Editor Details:

  • Editor-in-Chief: Axel Alonso
  • Assistant Editor: Kathleen Wisneski
  • Associate Editor: Devin Lewis

Publisher and Brand:
Marvel Comics – Published under the All-New, All-Different Marvel branding.

Release Year:
2016

Brief Plot Summary:
Spider-Woman #7 continues the intense crossover storyline "Spider-Women," marking Part 7 in the arc. Jessica Drew finds herself dealing with the chaos triggered by her visit to Earth-65, the alternate universe where Gwen Stacy is Spider-Woman. Upon returning, Jessica is met with shocking developments—her apartment is ransacked, her baby is in unknown hands, and her world feels deeply altered. With paranoia mounting and the multiverse’s consequences bleeding into her personal life, Jessica must confront how her absence has endangered everything she holds dear.

Notable Arcs or Storylines:

  • Spider-Women Crossover Event: A major Marvel multiverse storyline involving Jessica Drew, Cindy Moon (Silk), and Gwen Stacy, navigating threats that span their respective Earths.
  • Jessica's Motherhood Arc: Running parallel to the action, this arc adds emotional depth as Jessica grapples with the responsibilities of being a superhero and a new mother.

Fan Theories or Interpretations:

  • Multiverse Collapse Concerns: Some fans theorize that Jessica’s experiences on Earth-65 hint at larger Marvel multiverse instability, possibly leading into future events like Secret Wars or Spider-Verse sequels.
  • Parenting Parallels: Readers have interpreted the story as a metaphor for maternal anxiety—losing control over one’s child’s safety while juggling overwhelming external pressures.

Review Summary:
Spider-Woman #7 succeeds in blending heart-pounding action with the emotional gravitas of Jessica Drew’s personal life. Dennis Hopeless crafts a tightly paced narrative where the stakes are both universal and intimately personal. Joëlle Jones’s artwork is expressive and dynamic, capturing both the grit of multiversal mayhem and the tenderness of maternal concern. The character development is standout—Jessica isn’t just a superhero, but a fully realized woman facing impossible odds. The issue balances tension, humor, and emotional resonance, making it a memorable installment in both the Spider-Women crossover and Spider-Woman’s own ongoing saga.


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Spider-Woman #7
Language : English