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crochetchrisie's review
3.0
It was interesting to read the 'beginning' of Jessica Jones as I have watched (and loved) the tv show. I get why the art is drawn the way it is (all shadows and harsh lines) but it's not really a style I enjoy. The dialogue was good and flowed well. I didn't LOVE this, but I thought it was good and I have the next few out from the library so I'll keep going.
unladylike's review
3.0
I was recently introduced to this character by watching the entire first season of the Netflix original series Jessica Jones. The first dozen pages or so made me wonder if it was going to be almost the exact same script as I had already seen, but it deviated quickly from those expectations. I think the last issue of Vol. 1 was my favourite, and even then, it didn't impress me as much as I'd hoped.
I had read on a friend's review that the book has aged well (it was re-printed in anticipation of the Netflix show, but obviously written before the age of smartphones and other ubiquitous tech of the last decade), but did not find that to be the case.
Still, Jessica Jones is now recognized as an Important Character, and I look forward to seeing where the book goes.
I had read on a friend's review that the book has aged well (it was re-printed in anticipation of the Netflix show, but obviously written before the age of smartphones and other ubiquitous tech of the last decade), but did not find that to be the case.
Still, Jessica Jones is now recognized as an Important Character, and I look forward to seeing where the book goes.
thethirdcrouch's review
5.0
This series was the inspiration for the Netflix show Marvel's AKA Jessica Jones. It's fascinating to see the drawings reflected on screen and most especially the grittiness and vulgarity of it. The succeeding appearances of Jones in other series were sanitized so this Pulse series is truly a gem.
The story is an amazing mix of whodunnit and conspiracy. Since she will have a big role to play in Secret Invasion, the introduction and hint of whatever the Invasion is all about is very noticeable. Though, reading it on that day it was published, you won't notoce it as it's so subtle it just seemed a typical mind-boggling detective story
The story is an amazing mix of whodunnit and conspiracy. Since she will have a big role to play in Secret Invasion, the introduction and hint of whatever the Invasion is all about is very noticeable. Though, reading it on that day it was published, you won't notoce it as it's so subtle it just seemed a typical mind-boggling detective story
kiarrasayshi's review
3.0
This was a really interesting read. It was a very casual look at life in a world of superheroes and mutants. I kept expecting the plot of Jessica Jones (Netflix) to come in so I was trying to suss that out with each case that came up. That made the whole story seem a bit less exciting to me, so I wish I hadn't gone in with that expectation. I would have enjoyed the chill factor a lot more. This is my first true venture into the Marvel universe besides the movies so I'm sure I missed a lot of the inside jokes, but o felt like a lot could apply to DC as well. It was interesting enough to make me want to read the next volume, but probably not right away. Hopefully I don't forget.
lizzderr's review
3.0
More specifically, three stars for the first half or so, and four stars for the second half. I'm enjoying the Netflix series more, but it wouldn't exist without the comic, so I can't complain. I'll probably try to track down at least one more volume.
indecisivesailorscout's review
4.0
Gritty, R-rated, 'comic noir' intro into the life of an ex-superhero Hell's Kitchen PI, AKA Jessica Jones. I highly enjoyed reading this after completing Netflix's Jessica Jones earlier this month. This series as a whole takes a fresh spin on what it means to have super powers, and how the whole idea of a hero is much grayer than most of us are led to believe. 4.5 stars.
mehitabels's review
4.0
this is a pretty interesting graphic. the concept is original (the ex-superhero turned noirish detective), but with a modern twist (a chick PI) and well developed emotionally. I was struck by the art and the dialogue, and again am impressed with the ability of author's to develop and give life to characters.
should be an interesting trip.
should be an interesting trip.
hummeline's review
5.0
Thus begins my graphic novel binge. It took me a page or two to get into Alias, but then I was hooked. I am such a sucker for a “former X, now private investigator” trope (see also “private investigator, secret X”) especially when it’s done well, and it is! Jessica is flawed, messy, and real, and I appreciate that, especially in comics.
tmwebb3's review
5.0
This was great. Story good, awesome characterization. Art was good, especially considering its over a decade old and not in the modern Marvel era. Should have read this a long time ago.