While the web-slinger is being hunted he uncovers a family secret in an original graphic novel by writers Mark Waid (Daredevil, Kingdom Come) and James Robinson (Starman), and artist Gabriele Dell’otto (Secret War).
Spider-Man’s life is full of deadly twists and turns, and when his greatest surprise is not only related to him but his sister, Spider-Man’s world is turned upside down! Who is this mysterious member of the Parker family, and can she be the ally Spider-Man desperately needs while the Kingpin is organizing the greatest global crime syndicate in the history of the Marvel Universe?! Thrust from the comforts of New York City and into the terrors of international crime, Spider-Man faces one of his greatest challenges yet.
"This is a blast.” stated Waid. “Adding new elements to the Spider-Man mythos, redefining the Kingpin, and doing it all in partnership with one of the medium's best and most celebrated writers. What's not to be excited about?” Robinson remarked, “This is a truly unique moment in the life and career of Spider-Man and I'm honored to be a part of the team that gets to tell it. It's been a blast working and collaborating with Mark, Gabriele, and editor Stephen Wacker. There is no amount of thanks or excitement that can truly measure the scope of the opportunity!”
A code will be included with second original graphic novel by Marvel Entertainment for a bonus digital edition, and through the Marvel AR app readers will be able to access cover recaps, and behind the scenes features. Spider-Man: Family Business will be released simultaneously worldwide in North America, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, Brazil, Finland and Turkey on April 2, 2014 in each area’s primary language.