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Miles Edgeworth: Ace Attorney Investigations #1
Miles Edgeworth: Ace Attorney Investigations 1
LET THE GAMES BEGIN
Stop the performance – murder is afoot! It will take all of genius prosecutor Miles Edgeworth’s cunning powers of deduction to uncover the truth behind a murder at a masquerade and a rocker’s riotous on-stage demise in this volume of original stories based on the hit Capcom video game!
Stop the performance – murder is afoot! It will take all of genius prosecutor Miles Edgeworth’s cunning powers of deduction to uncover the truth behind a murder at a masquerade and a rocker’s riotous on-stage demise in this volume of original stories based on the hit Capcom video game!
192 pages, Paperback
First published June 5, 2009
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September 22, 2019
That was a couple of really fun and engaging mysteries, with just the wacky twists you expect to see from this series!
August 17, 2022
I'm such a fan of ace attorney, I'd consume literally any media at this point. The reveal weren't earth shattering but I literally don't care, it's miles edgeworth lmao.
August 31, 2012
Edgeworth has had his own game (two in Japan) and now he gets the manga treatment. Original mysteries that fit the tone of Investigations perfectly, with decent art and, especially, good characterization of the regulars. Kay Faraday the (improbable) teenaged sidekick from Investigations, is nowhere to be seen, which is more than fine by me.
October 2, 2015
I could make this the shortest review in the history of me writing book reviews. If you liked the Phoenix Wright serial manga (not the books of short comics), you'll like this. If you like Miles and Gumshoe from the games, you'll like this. If you just want mystery manga, it's still entertaining, but the wacky characters and situations might be a little trying for you.
So, on to a longer way of saying it. :)
This really does feel a LOT like the Phoenix Wright series, and like that one I believe this is five books long. It has the same feel as the game, the mix of the serious and the absurd that, for me at least, helped make the Ace Attorney games fascinating.
It's not a perfect copy of the Phoenix Wright manga, to be sure. For one thing, Edgeworth attracts the ladies and is assisted by a (somewhat incompetent) detective, rather than attracting the weirdos and being assisted by underage girls.
Also, it's something of the difference between Jessica Fletcher and Sherlock Holmes. Wright always feels like he's working things out as he goes along, and through dedication and persistence and luck, eventually puts the pieces together. But with Edgeworth, he always feels like he has a pretty good idea of what's going on even when he doesn't have all the facts yet. I think it's a matter of composure. It's an attitude that carried through his Investigations game and continues here.
This volume includes two stories. First, a woman is found murdered in a bathroom, and the suspects were all at a tea tasting party or a masquerade party. Then, the lead singer of a band is killed on the night of their last performance as a group and all of the bandmates are the suspects.
(Also, can I just say how hilarious imagining Edgeworth and Gumshoe hanging out at a rock concert is? Especially with Edgeworth standing there like he's too cool for any of it and Gumshoe being all like IDGAF).
So yeah, to reiterate - if you liked the Phoenix Wright manga, you'll probably like this. If you liked the games and especially Edgeworth, you'll probably like this. And if you like detective manga, just be warned it's a bit wacky. :)
So, on to a longer way of saying it. :)
This really does feel a LOT like the Phoenix Wright series, and like that one I believe this is five books long. It has the same feel as the game, the mix of the serious and the absurd that, for me at least, helped make the Ace Attorney games fascinating.
It's not a perfect copy of the Phoenix Wright manga, to be sure. For one thing, Edgeworth attracts the ladies and is assisted by a (somewhat incompetent) detective, rather than attracting the weirdos and being assisted by underage girls.
Also, it's something of the difference between Jessica Fletcher and Sherlock Holmes. Wright always feels like he's working things out as he goes along, and through dedication and persistence and luck, eventually puts the pieces together. But with Edgeworth, he always feels like he has a pretty good idea of what's going on even when he doesn't have all the facts yet. I think it's a matter of composure. It's an attitude that carried through his Investigations game and continues here.
This volume includes two stories. First, a woman is found murdered in a bathroom, and the suspects were all at a tea tasting party or a masquerade party. Then, the lead singer of a band is killed on the night of their last performance as a group and all of the bandmates are the suspects.
(Also, can I just say how hilarious imagining Edgeworth and Gumshoe hanging out at a rock concert is? Especially with Edgeworth standing there like he's too cool for any of it and Gumshoe being all like IDGAF).
So yeah, to reiterate - if you liked the Phoenix Wright manga, you'll probably like this. If you liked the games and especially Edgeworth, you'll probably like this. And if you like detective manga, just be warned it's a bit wacky. :)
March 14, 2021
Plain and simple: if you like the mixture of goofy tone with compelling mystery that the rest of the Ace Attorney series has, you'll also love the Investigations manga. Edgeworth is my boy, so of course I love it.
There really isn't that much else to say: volume one has two mysteries spread over four chapters, plus a small author's note-type comic and a sneak peek at the next volume. Edgeworth and Gumshoe are as charming as they always are, and the murders fit perfectly in place with the rest of the trials in the Ace Attorney series. A solid manga for any Ace Attorney fan.
There really isn't that much else to say: volume one has two mysteries spread over four chapters, plus a small author's note-type comic and a sneak peek at the next volume. Edgeworth and Gumshoe are as charming as they always are, and the murders fit perfectly in place with the rest of the trials in the Ace Attorney series. A solid manga for any Ace Attorney fan.
May 30, 2022
Really enjoyed more adventures of Miles Edgeworth and Gumshoe. The mysteries and mood the story hits matches the gameplay to a tee. I really should play the Investigates series of games…
April 1, 2026
As I've already spent five other reviews explaining, Kenji Kuroda and Kazuo Maekawa's Phoenix Wright manga did a (mostly) admirable job of translating the video games' unique charms into a new medium. Sadly, I'm not as fond of their follow-up series, based on the spinoff featuring Miles Edgeworth. Everything about it just feels a bit off, from the absence of any beloved Ace Attorney characters who aren't Detective Gumshoe or Edgey-boy himself, to the generally less imaginative nature of the mysteries involved. Even the translation lacks the usual spark, thanks to a new translator (Sheldon Drzka) who doesn't seem to be familiar with the source material. A world where Gumshoe doesn't go around calling everyone "pal" is a world I don't want to be a part of, pal!
One thing I do appreciate about these releases is how each volume consists of two fully self-contained stories. There's typically one quickie and a longer, somewhat more complex one. That's right, folks: No more stories ending in a cliffhanger, thus forcing you to go out and buy the next book just to find out what happens next! Now you can experience two mysteries for the low, low price of... (clicks the "Buy on Amazon" button) ...$369.85???
The Turnabout Costume
A short introductory story. So short, in fact, that neither the victim nor the killer even has a name! To be honest, I was disappointed to see a potentially interesting setting (a huge masquerade ball) squandered on such a basic mystery. There are zero impossibilities involved, and it barely qualifies as a whodunit, with Edgeworth homing in on the culprit almost immediately. Saaay, how do you suppose Maekawa felt when he found out he had to draw a bunch of crowd shots where everyone's in elaborate costumes, even though none of them are involved in the case in any way?
It doesn't help that the solution leans heavily on "a normal person would NEVER do this" observations, which might be my least favorite type of clue in all of mystery fiction. The logic behind these is flimsy but mostly harmless. At least until the final reveal, which, um.... well, I won't be recommending this one to my gender nonconforming friends anytime soon, let's just leave it at that!
The Turnabout Last Number
(Yes, ALL the chapter titles start with a completely unnecessary "The".)
Another entry in the ultra-specific "murder during a live performance" genre of AA manga stories, in which the frontman of the band Bird Wing is struck down during their farewell concert. And it just might be the least impressive one yet! The premise hinges on the absurd idea that not a single person in a crowd packed with obsessive fans would actually pay attention to anything happening onstage, even though one of the clues should've been clearly visible, even from a distance.
Making things worse, the one genuinely clever element here is rendered completely nonsensical by the way it's been presented in the English version. And it's not like it relies on untranslatable Japanese wordplay or anything like that; it would've been trivially easy to make this work. Possibly a case of the translator and letterer not bothering (or being given the opportunity) to actually communicate with each other?
If nothing else, I did enjoy the comedy of Gumshoe, as the die-hard fan who's way too emotionally invested in the band, dragging Edgeworth along, kicking and screaming. And I'm pleased to report that Bird Wing exclusively performs bird-related songs, in the tradition of all pop culture in the Ace Attorney-verse being utterly bizarre. In fact, this particular mystery involves a song all about chickens! There really aren't enough hit singles that include the word "cockscomb", are there?
One thing I do appreciate about these releases is how each volume consists of two fully self-contained stories. There's typically one quickie and a longer, somewhat more complex one. That's right, folks: No more stories ending in a cliffhanger, thus forcing you to go out and buy the next book just to find out what happens next! Now you can experience two mysteries for the low, low price of... (clicks the "Buy on Amazon" button) ...$369.85???
The Turnabout Costume
A short introductory story. So short, in fact, that neither the victim nor the killer even has a name! To be honest, I was disappointed to see a potentially interesting setting (a huge masquerade ball) squandered on such a basic mystery. There are zero impossibilities involved, and it barely qualifies as a whodunit, with Edgeworth homing in on the culprit almost immediately. Saaay, how do you suppose Maekawa felt when he found out he had to draw a bunch of crowd shots where everyone's in elaborate costumes, even though none of them are involved in the case in any way?
It doesn't help that the solution leans heavily on "a normal person would NEVER do this" observations, which might be my least favorite type of clue in all of mystery fiction. The logic behind these is flimsy but mostly harmless. At least until the final reveal, which, um.... well, I won't be recommending this one to my gender nonconforming friends anytime soon, let's just leave it at that!
The Turnabout Last Number
(Yes, ALL the chapter titles start with a completely unnecessary "The".)
Another entry in the ultra-specific "murder during a live performance" genre of AA manga stories, in which the frontman of the band Bird Wing is struck down during their farewell concert. And it just might be the least impressive one yet! The premise hinges on the absurd idea that not a single person in a crowd packed with obsessive fans would actually pay attention to anything happening onstage, even though one of the clues should've been clearly visible, even from a distance.
Making things worse, the one genuinely clever element here is rendered completely nonsensical by the way it's been presented in the English version. And it's not like it relies on untranslatable Japanese wordplay or anything like that; it would've been trivially easy to make this work. Possibly a case of the translator and letterer not bothering (or being given the opportunity) to actually communicate with each other?
If nothing else, I did enjoy the comedy of Gumshoe, as the die-hard fan who's way too emotionally invested in the band, dragging Edgeworth along, kicking and screaming. And I'm pleased to report that Bird Wing exclusively performs bird-related songs, in the tradition of all pop culture in the Ace Attorney-verse being utterly bizarre. In fact, this particular mystery involves a song all about chickens! There really aren't enough hit singles that include the word "cockscomb", are there?
May 25, 2017
Edgeworth almost feels like Sherlock rather than Edgeworth in the first turnabout. The stories are alright and have the AA wit and charm I'd expect, they just feel a bit rushed.
October 22, 2019
A fun set of mysteries! Can you solve the puzzles before the answer is revealed? Generally, the guilty party is obvious, but not always the motive or means.
April 20, 2020
I think I found my favourite ace attorney comic. Edgeworth was my favourite character, followed by gumshoe. It was a treat reading the adventures of Edgeworth and Gumshoe.
February 1, 2025
very enjoyable and silly. its nice to see miles outside the courthouse and the art was genuinely so good in comic form!
June 1, 2025
shoutout to my boy. love that he too just goes places and murders just Happen. just like....... that man.............
May 30, 2019
Goodreads Summer Reading Challenge
Wheel of format: Read a book in a format that you don't normally read in
(a graphic novel, poetry, a play, an audiobook etc.).
Wheel of format: Read a book in a format that you don't normally read in
(a graphic novel, poetry, a play, an audiobook etc.).
April 17, 2015
Before reading this book much like the original Phoenix Wright books this book series deals with stories of murder so if that bothers you then by all means avoid this series but you will be missing some great humor in this book only rated Teen.
Mr Edgeworth ready for an evening of imported tea is herded into a masquerade ball due to his unique sense of fashion. Yet there is murder afoot and Edgeworth shows his amazing deductive skills as well as his observational skills reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes. In the 2nd episode of the book we find Edgeworth at a concert with Detective Gumshoe. It is not just a typical concert though considering the group called Bird Wing is playing together for the last time and Gumshoe being a big fan wanted to be there. However trouble arises as murder occurs(as if you expected a lesser crime.) and the limited number of possible murderers is eliminated. All in all it is a good book that concludes with the end of the last case so there is no urgency to grab the next book right away if you want to wait. :)
My personal favorite part to this volume is the big reveal of who the drunk witch is and how Edgeworth uses that info to puts the final nail he needs to catch the real murderer. If you like the original Phoenix Wright book series the nyou should not be disappointed with this one unless you just don't like Edgeworth. :)
Mr Edgeworth ready for an evening of imported tea is herded into a masquerade ball due to his unique sense of fashion. Yet there is murder afoot and Edgeworth shows his amazing deductive skills as well as his observational skills reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes. In the 2nd episode of the book we find Edgeworth at a concert with Detective Gumshoe. It is not just a typical concert though considering the group called Bird Wing is playing together for the last time and Gumshoe being a big fan wanted to be there. However trouble arises as murder occurs(as if you expected a lesser crime.) and the limited number of possible murderers is eliminated. All in all it is a good book that concludes with the end of the last case so there is no urgency to grab the next book right away if you want to wait. :)
My personal favorite part to this volume is the big reveal of who the drunk witch is and how Edgeworth uses that info to puts the final nail he needs to catch the real murderer. If you like the original Phoenix Wright book series the nyou should not be disappointed with this one unless you just don't like Edgeworth. :)
February 2, 2013
As much as I like the game series I have found that the manga has been fairly disappointing. Gumshoe has always been a little slow and distracted very easily, however the manga series seems to take it to another extreme and make completely incapabale of anything. He became more of a distraction than a detective, when we know he does have some value in his detecting, though it's always Edgeworth or Wright that must put those pieces together.
November 25, 2013
The detective in this story is really useless and somewhat out of place. I like the general idea (the attorney is similar to a Sherlock Holmes character), but it wasn't as well put together (e.g. why would the attorney let himself be dragged to a concert he doesn't have any interest in?) as I would have liked.
September 18, 2015
I've played the PW, AP and MEI1 games and read some of the Phoenix Wright manga and if I were to compare this book to those I would say it's lacking in the comedy elements. Despite that they did a good with the characteristic of Edgeworth and Gummy and just like the games Edgeworth was very clever at solving the case. This book is well worth a read while waiting in hope for MEI-2
December 17, 2012
Cute manga by Kuroda, he also did the Phoenix Wright doujinshi so it's unsurprising that he would do a Miles Edgeworth one. His characterizations are spot in, especially with Gumshoe who is one of my favorite characters.
September 12, 2020
My NFNT review is up here.
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June 3, 2016
Loved it! It has the same atmosphere as the game and that is great! I was afraid that after the manga series on Phoenix Wright it would be boring but it's not!
January 12, 2015
More casework and fewer gags than the Phoenix Wright one so I preferred it.
August 27, 2014
Edgeworth surly is charming with his extreme intelligence *kyaaa*
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