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Jessica Jones: Alias Vol. 1 (Alias (2001-2003)) Kindle & comiXology

by Brian Michael Bendis (Author), David Mack (Cover Art), Michael Gaydos (Artist), Format: Kindle Edition

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Part of: Alias (2001-2003)

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Collects Alias #1-9.

Meet Jessica Jones. Once upon a time, she was a costumed super hero — but not a very good one. Her powers were unremarkable compared to the amazing abilities of the costumed icons that populate the Marvel Universe. In a city of Marvels, she never found her niche. The self-destructive would-be Avenger is now the owner and sole employee of Alias Investigations — a small, private-investigative firm specializing in superhuman cases. When she uncovers the potentially explosive secret of one hero’s true identity, Jessica’s life immediately becomes expendable. But her wit, charm and intelligence just may help her survive another day. Thrust into the midst of a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels, has Jessica burned too many bridges to turn to old friends for help?

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Brian Michael Bendis is an American comic book writer and former artist. He has won critical acclaim, including five Eisner Awards for both his creator-owned work and his work on various Marvel Comics books.[2]

Starting out with crime and noir comics, Bendis eventually moved to mainstream superhero work. With Bill Jemas and Mark Millar, Bendis was the primary architect of the Ultimate Marvel Universe, launching Ultimate Spider-Man in 2000, on which he continues as writer to the present day. He relaunched the Avengers franchise with New Avengers in 2004, and has also written the Marvel "event" storylines "Secret War" (2004), "House of M" (2005), "Secret Invasion" (2008), "Siege" (2010) and "Age of Ultron" (2013).

In addition to writing comics, he has also worked in television, video games and film, and taught writing at Portland State University. He will begin teaching at University of Oregon starting in Fall 2013, and his book Words for Pictures will be out in Spring 2014 from Random House

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B013TXA1N0
Publisher ‏ : ‎ MAX (September 2, 2015)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 2, 2015
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 448313 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 195 pages

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José Antonio Alías comenzó su andadura como compositor y más tarde se realizó como escritor bajo el mismo nombre artístico y pseudónimo, respectivamente, de Ares Van Jaag. Posteriormente ejercería como editor independiente.
Entre sus obras literarias destacan "Manual del Jugador Profesional" - Editorial Trafford Publishing (2008), "El Motor de Agua" - Editorial Vivelibro (2013) o "Moncheta Gonzalo de la Birria Caateta" - Editorial Alvi Books (2016).
Fue director de Editorial Planeta-Alvi hasta la modificación de su denominación social en 2018.
En la actualidad ejerce como editor y director de la editorial londinense Alvi Books, Ltd.
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Brian Michael Bendis is an award winning comics creator and one of the most successful writers working in mainstream comics. For the last eleven years, Brian’s books have consistently sat on the top of the nationwide comic and graphic novel sales charts.
Brian is currently helming a renaissance for Marvel’s popular AVENGERS franchise by writing every issue of the NEW AVENGERS plus debuting the hit books MIGHTY AVENGERS and DARK AVENGERS along with the wildly successful ‘event’ projects HOUSE OF M, SECRET WAR, SECRET INVASION, and SIEGE.
This summer will see the blockbuster new line-ups for AVENGERS and NEW AVENGERS.
Other recent projects include the groundbreaking SPIDER-WOMAN MOTION COMIC, that debuted number one on iTunes TV sales chart and the New York Times best selling HALO graphic novel.
Brian is one of the premiere architects of Marvel comic’s Ultimate line of comics. A line of comics specifically created for the new generation of comics reader. He has written every issue of ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN since it’s best selling launch in 1999, and has also written ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR, X-MEN, MARVEL TEAM UP, ORIGIN, SIX and the ENEMY trilogy.
He is creator of the JINX line of crime comics published by image comics. This line has spawned the graphic novels GOLDFISH, FIRE, JINX, TORSO (w/ Marc Andreyko) and TOTAL SELL OUT.
Brian’s other projects include the Eisner award winning “POWERS” (w/Mike Oeming) from Marvel’s creator owned imprint ICON, and the Hollywood tell all “FORTUNE AND GLORY’. Entertainment Weekly gave both projects an “A.” SONY and FX networks are currently developing POWERS for series with Brian as exec producer.
Brian is currently adapting his spy graphic novel FIRE for Universal Pictures as a starring vehicle for Zac Efron.
Brian is a member of Marvel studios creative committee, which consults on their numerous ongoing film projects. He has consulted on IRON-MAN and IRON MAN 2 and is currently consulting on THE FIRST AVENGERS: CAPTAIN AMERICA, THOR and THE AVENGERS
Brian has won five prestigious EISNER awards, including ‘Best Writer of the year’ two years in a row. He has also won over two dozen Wizard comic awards. Brian is the recipient of the Cleveland Press ‘Excellence in Journalism’ Award and was named “Best Writer of the Year.” by Wizard Magazine and Comic Buyer’s Guide for three consecutive years.
He lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Alisa, his gorgeous daughters Olivia and Sabrina and his dogs Lucky, Max and Buster.
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Hannibelectro

Solid read

Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2016

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This first book introduces Jessica Jones: an ex-Avenger turned private investigator who seems to live on the fringe of the Marvel universe.
Bendis does an amazing job of creating a character that is complex, interesting and more human than the average super hero. Jessica Jones in many ways is in awe of the fantastic world of heroes around her and feels she doesn't live to their standards even though we the reader can clearly see she is at least a good guy if not a hero. There's guest appearances by many of your favorite Marvel super heroes as Jessica goes from case to case.
Check out Alias and meet Jessica Jones for yourself. It is an experience to remember

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James B.

Jessica Jones has gained great acclaim in the past year as one of Netflix's ...

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2016

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Jessica Jones has gained great acclaim in the past year as one of Netflix's critically acclaimed MCU dramas. This is the comic that inspired it, as well as the leader of Marvel's MAX imprint of comics for mature readers. So, how does the series hold up, 15 years later?

The series start out telling you all you need to know about Jessica Jones. She's a down-on-her-luck PI with super powers, who doesn't consider herself cut out for being a super hero. The series wastes no time show casing the violence, sex and swearing that set this imprint apart from the rest of Marvel. Bendis delivers strongly on the film noir aspects of the series, delivering plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing at what's really going on. And Jessica herself is a fantastic and well developed heroine.

I would say that this first volume has two flaws, the first being a poor ending to the first story arc. The build up was great, but the ending needed some work. The second was the artwork. While none of the pencilling was bad, you could tell that they reused a lot of the same shots over and over during the dialogue heavy sections. The dialogue itself is generally good enough to make up for it, but it's still worth mentioning.

This was a great beginning to the series, and I hope the few flaws will get remedied in Vol. 2.

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Kenneth Allan

Great introduction to the original Alias run which the new Netflix show (AKA Jessica Jones) is based off!

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2015

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This is a reprint of the original Alias run, which started Marvel's M-rated MAX imprint back in 2001. Alias follows Jessica Jones - former low-tier superhero in her life as a private detective. The series is gritty and realistic (at least by superhero comic standards) and brings you to a whole other part of the Marvel universe. Marvel Studios is basing their new Netflix show AKA Jessica Jones off of the entire run, although most of that show will probably be based off Volumes 2-4.

This volume is the first of four, and collects 9 issues which introduce Jessica and her life (spoilers: not so great) as a private detective. The two storylines here aren't anything special as far as the overarching plot goes, but the way in which Bendis writes not only Jones but the characters around her help you get a feel for why she's such an interesting and unique character, and one worth a TV show of her own. The writing is great, and the art style is unique and grounded, combining for an unforgettable series.

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Goth Gone Grey

Wow - well done art and story

Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2020

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I saw an image from this series online and wanted to look into it more. Thank you, Amazon, for the Kindle version - my first graphic novel/comic book in quite a few years. I love how the images show in large enough detail to really appreciate every nuance and read the text, no matter what size.

The style is a mix of film noir and superhero, with a heavy dash of vulgarity - or, as I like to call it, reality. When things go badly wrong, a word balloon of Batman proportions just doesn't cut it. I'll be reading more to learn more about Jessica's past, present, and the superhero tie-in.

The artwork is beautifully done, the cover of each chapter a work of art in itself. Colors, shading, and subtle nuances capture emotion perfectly with or without text to explain it.

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Gilletskillet

Great read. Great artwork.

Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2022

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Enjoyed watching Jessica Jones on Netflix. Thought I might read the comic book. Love the writing and artwork on this series. Jessica is such a great character.

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Shane Lanter

Jessica Jones: Alias Volume 1 Condition

Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2024

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Bought brand new, a few pages came slightly damaged, but I'm not too upset.

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tlh PHD educated

Unique take bringing the film noire feeling of early detective films to a gritty "superhero" story

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019

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The occasional visits of other superheroes into the story of Alias provides some context for her past working with other superheroes, but their unique abilities don't actually drive the story like some dues ex machine. Instead, Jessica Jones actually has to apply detective skills and sense of realism to her story. And although Jones has to reach out to the occasional fellow superhero, it isn't to solve the case but to deal with complexities that arise out of them, like a video tape with sensitive footage of Captain America left for Jones to find. There is more intense language in the storyline than you'd expect out of a typical Marvel publication, but the grittiness of her story as well as her abandonment of the superhero responsibilities make the language appropriate.

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Parsifal

Great cast. However, season one story line dragged on and on.

Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2016

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Great cast. However, season one story line dragged on and on. You can only take so much, they fight, they chase, they fight, something gets revealed, they fight, they chase, they fight, something gets revealed - you get the picture. At the end of season one, you breathe a sigh of relief that FINALLY it reaches conclusion. If season two is written, needs shorter plots: 2 - 3 episodes, then move on. Or develop a story line that carries it beyond just damaged people looking for revenge. Take a hint from BBC or Scandinavian mysteries or thrillers. Character development, complex story develop, shockers of a reveal, sophisticated writing. OK, I have said enough. Did I say he Jessica Jones cast was great! They kept me engaged,

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Boreal wind

Gritty, with a good heart

Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2019

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That is what i like about Jessica Jones: tough as nails, but a heart big like the world, a great combination. the story is well built, well paced and a good rump.

CARLOS ALBERTO LORIA

O quase monocromatismo versus o super-heróis supercoloridos

Reviewed in Brazil on January 18, 2018

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Bendis, Gaydos e Hollyngsworth conseguem enfrentar os super-heróis supercoloridos e derrotá-los facilmente utlizando-se de técnicas variadíssimas e sábio e discreto cromatismo.
Enfim, é certo, trabalhar com cores não é para qualquer um..

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KTG5789

Ein Comic für Erwachsene, düstere Stimmung und schwarzer Humor

Reviewed in Germany on September 10, 2018

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Am Versand war nichts auszusetzen, das Heft kam pünktlich und unbeschadet an.
Die Geschichte ist, wie man von Jessica Jones erwartet düster und überzeugt, nicht wie man es von vielen Marvel Helden gewöhnt ist von spektakulärer Aktion, sondern durch anspruchsvolle Gespräche. Die Hauptcharakterin hat einen bissigen, schwarzen Humor, den ich persönlich genial finde.
Die Zeichnungen ist gewöhnungsbedürftig, das die Charaktere alles andere als hübsch gezeichnet sind. Man gewöhnt sich aber sehr schnell daran, weil die Geschichte einen einfach reinzieht. Und irgendwo passt dieser Stiel perfekt zur ganzen Atmosphäre.

Für die Netflix Schauer soll gesagt sein. Es ist die Original Geschichte, und nicht eine schriftliche Wiedergabe der Serie.

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Gripping and fantastically written

Reviewed in Australia on July 29, 2017

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Bendis' writing here brings the character of Jessica Jones to life in a way that is both immediate and refreshing; this isn't an everyday superhero story, it's anything but. The character is compelling in a way few are able to be, and the story woven around her is excellent.

Michael Gaydos' art in these pages is stunning; an excellent use of striking colours helps bring this world to life, not to mention the expert work on the panels of the story; set up in such a way to entice and retain suspense.

ReviewMonkey

but the character development and thriller-esque tone to the comic is brilliant and compliments the series nicely

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2016

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A very dark and sexy comic. To be honest, I did start reading it because of the Netflix TV series, but the character development and thriller-esque tone to the comic is brilliant and compliments the series nicely. I really like Jessica's character and whilst the tale has its origins in dark romance and mind powers, the sci-fi fantasy aspects of the story are more underplayed in the comic. A good one from Marvel.

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