Alias (Alias, Book 1)
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Alias (Alias, Book 1)
by Authors:
Brian Michael Bendis , Michael Gaydos , Jeph Loeb
Released: May, 2003
ISBN: 0785111417
Paperback
Sales Rank: 14,154
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Customer Review #1:
Painfully funny, smart
Alias follows the life of Jessica Jones, private investigator. Jessica Jones is a mutant, and is considered in some circles to be a super-hero, although that description doesnt fit her very well. This part of Alias doesnt clearly say what Jessicas powers are, in the beginning we learn that she has a mean left hook and later on she breaks a shotglass in her hand with no cuts after.
As the story progresses more of her history and her powers are revealed, and there are a lot of cameos from more famous Marvel heroes. The appearances of other heroes is pretty neat for readers who are familiar with the Marvel universe, but it doesnt prohibit people who havent read from starting.
Theres a little of everything in Alias, Jessica takes a normal case which leads her to a large governmental conspiracy which provides action and also shows Jessica at work as a detective. The major story arc aside, I found that the heart of Alias is Jessicas endearing personality, I think that people will see their own traits in her life. Its somewhat pricey compared to other graphic novels, but its also pretty long by graphic novel standards, and I think that its a smart buy.
Alias has the "MAX" rating which is comparable to a R rated movie. I didnt find it to be offensive, theres a lot of profanity though.
Not related to the television show "Alias".
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Customer Review #2:
Excellent
The great Brian Michael Bendis has done it again. With Marvels first title to warrant the "MAX" title (intense violence and language), Alias shows Bendis at his best. His penchant for dialog and unconventional storytelling is so proudly displayed in this first collection of the series that it is easy to see why he is one of the most revered writers in comics. Alias tells the story of former Avenger Jessica Jones, who has since quit being a superhero and has opened her own private detective agency called Alias Investigations. Even though she still has superpowers and Alias takes place in the underbelly of the Marvel Universe, Bendis manages to make Jessica seem like a real life everyday person. She is obsessive, self destructive, and usually looking to do the right thing. In this first collected volume, she has a one night stand with Luke Cage, becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving Captain Americas secret identity, and meets Matt Murdock. Michael Gaydos art is a gritty almost Frank Miller-esque style that suits Alias well, even though it may take some getting used to. All in all, this is superb comics storytelling that one could only expect from Bendis.
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Customer Review #3:
Another Incredible Bendis Book
Jessica Jones, a has-been superhero, is now the sole operator of Alias Private Eye; but when she happens upon an explosive secret, she is faced with a difficult dilemma while, at the same time, a series of unfortunate events make her become aware that she is being set up. Then, later, several of Jessicas smaller cases help us learn more about her character.Brian Michael Bendis has created another winner here. His (yet again) fantastic dialogue and unconventional storytelling make for another fantastic read. His superb mix of charaterization, dialogue, action, suspense, and humor make this book a must read. Michael Gaydos artwork really adds to the street level grittiness of the story, and the muted colors also intensify the dark tone of the stories. "Alias" comes highly recommended for fans of Bendis early comic noir books, "Powers" readers, and "Daredevil" readers looking for an even more gritty and adult take on superheros. NOTE: "Alias" is a Marvel MAX book and is suggested for older readers due to strong language and violence (a comic book equivalent to an R-rated movie).
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