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_askthebookbug's review
5.0
Alita : Battle Angel.
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Thank you so much for this copy @bloomsburyindia ♥️
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Coincidentally I started reading this book on Women's Day and it turned out to be an apt read for the occasion. In this male dominated world, it's such a welcome change to see fierce women who are aware of what they want and don't settle for anything else. Alita is such a story of a young girl who blossoms into a powerful woman and takes down the world of evil.
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In the junk of Iron City, Dr Dyson Ido, Cyber-Surgeon finds a beautiful head of a young cyborg girl among the heaps of garbage that's get thrown down from the floating city of Zalem. Iron City lives off the scraps of Zalem, both the cities a home for cyborgs and humans. When Ido fixes the young girl into a beautiful cyborg suit, he names her Alita after his dead daughter. Alita doesn't remember her past or where she came from and immediately seeks refugee under Ido. But what she knows is that she's strong with warrior like skills and so she sets out to know about her origin.
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Alita is by far my favourite fantasy fiction female character and I have many reasons to justify that. Let's keep aside the fact that she's a cyborg but Alita is still a human from the inside. Her heart oozes empathy and compassion to those who are pushed down by the society. She takes down big cyborgs and bad guys gracefully and along the way she realises that she's an extraordinary warrior from Zalem who has a mission to achieve. This book is unputdownable once you cross few chapters and I managed to finish this in just two sittings.
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The story is unique and I could almost relay it in my mind though I haven't watched the movie. The characters are wonderful be it the protagonist or the villains. I couldn't help but admire how female protagonists are always so intense and brave teaching all the girls out here how to not be apologetic for the way they are. One of the things that I learnt from Alita is how strong women can be if they set their heart to it. A truly fabulous read.
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4.5/5.
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Thank you so much for this copy @bloomsburyindia ♥️
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Coincidentally I started reading this book on Women's Day and it turned out to be an apt read for the occasion. In this male dominated world, it's such a welcome change to see fierce women who are aware of what they want and don't settle for anything else. Alita is such a story of a young girl who blossoms into a powerful woman and takes down the world of evil.
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In the junk of Iron City, Dr Dyson Ido, Cyber-Surgeon finds a beautiful head of a young cyborg girl among the heaps of garbage that's get thrown down from the floating city of Zalem. Iron City lives off the scraps of Zalem, both the cities a home for cyborgs and humans. When Ido fixes the young girl into a beautiful cyborg suit, he names her Alita after his dead daughter. Alita doesn't remember her past or where she came from and immediately seeks refugee under Ido. But what she knows is that she's strong with warrior like skills and so she sets out to know about her origin.
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Alita is by far my favourite fantasy fiction female character and I have many reasons to justify that. Let's keep aside the fact that she's a cyborg but Alita is still a human from the inside. Her heart oozes empathy and compassion to those who are pushed down by the society. She takes down big cyborgs and bad guys gracefully and along the way she realises that she's an extraordinary warrior from Zalem who has a mission to achieve. This book is unputdownable once you cross few chapters and I managed to finish this in just two sittings.
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The story is unique and I could almost relay it in my mind though I haven't watched the movie. The characters are wonderful be it the protagonist or the villains. I couldn't help but admire how female protagonists are always so intense and brave teaching all the girls out here how to not be apologetic for the way they are. One of the things that I learnt from Alita is how strong women can be if they set their heart to it. A truly fabulous read.
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4.5/5.
tosman's review against another edition
5.0
Decided to pick this up after seeing the movie, Alita: Battle Angel. The movie was very faithful to the source material here, with some added plot lines. I hope the next volumes can show me what to expect for the movie's sequel.
sarahmalopia's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jinxofthedesert's review against another edition
5.0
5/5 stars~
It's been such a long time since I've finished a manga volume and literally been itching to continue.
Battle Angel Alita was a breath of fresh air, with its interesting characters, familiar yet beautiful art style (gotta love that older, classic manga look), and with a plot that I am very curious to see where it goes.
All in all, a great read and I am highly anticipating more.
It's been such a long time since I've finished a manga volume and literally been itching to continue.
Battle Angel Alita was a breath of fresh air, with its interesting characters, familiar yet beautiful art style (gotta love that older, classic manga look), and with a plot that I am very curious to see where it goes.
All in all, a great read and I am highly anticipating more.
a_reading_xennial's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing story
What a great read! It moves fast and fluidly. I loved it and the artwork was amazing. Can't wait to read the next one.
What a great read! It moves fast and fluidly. I loved it and the artwork was amazing. Can't wait to read the next one.
denaiir's review against another edition
3.0
The nostalgia factor was there and I enjoyed the story because it reminded me of the first time I discovered it all these years ago, but on the other hand it looks dated now and the rhythm is a bit off. I am looking forward to the next volume to learn more about the background of the characters
rmasinelli's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jamrock's review
5.0
I can't tell after only one volume if it's going to be in the same league as "Eden It's An Endless World" but it's similar art and theme and I think I am falling for it. I am curious to see how the series develops and then even more curious to see if I move on to Battle Ange Alita: Last Order.
I really really enjoyed this.
I really really enjoyed this.