The second of two all-new Archie Holiday specials this did arrive just after Christmas but for a variety of reasons I have only just got around to reading it. The first special was set in the traditional "cartoon" format whilst this is the more modern update even though the linking character is "Sugar Plum". Don't ask. These are comics and the need to suspend disbelief is paramount which leads us straight into the first story Yes Young Archie there is
Nasty young Reggie is trying to persuade Archie there is no such thing as "Santa Claus" and our Ronnie will have nothing to do with it. Can his father Fred undo the damage of the local bully?
Next up is It's A Wonderful Latke and obvious take on a classic Christmas movie and one in which Jughead takes the lead as Riverdale's Jewish community prepares for Hanukkah festival and there's an eating contest. Who will eat the most Latkes and help raise money for charity?
You have to ask already?
Finally we see into the future as a long absent Archie returns to Riverdale and finds both his former beaus working together. What bake will he choose?
A pleasant little take on the spirits of Christmas set in Riverdale for fans both new and old!
Rating: 3 Stars
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