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Librarian and writer in the Greater Cleveland area with a passion for comics, horror, and other nerdy things. Nothing makes me happier than quiet afternoons reading with a dog or cat in my lap.
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Jack Phoenix reviewed All of the Marvels by Douglas Wolk
Jack Phoenix reviewed Batman by Tom King
Review of 'Batman' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Tom King's run ends on a strong and emotional note in this much awaited hardcover.
Tom King's run ends on a strong and emotional note in this much awaited hardcover.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Not All Supermen by Tim Hanley
Review of 'Not All Supermen' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
Earnest and illuminating, this is Hanley’s most book yet.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Tom Waltz (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, #01)
Jack Phoenix reviewed Liebestrasse by Greg Lockard
Review of 'Liebestrasse' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
A cautionary tale for current events, LIEBESTRASSE is a quick read that is perfect for those who enjoy LGBT works or historical fiction and highlights an oft overlooked element of Nazi persecution.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Silk Hills by Ryan Ferrier
Review of 'Silk Hills' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
With body and folk horror abound, akin to HORNS, the visuals may compel readers more than the plot itself.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe
Jack Phoenix reviewed Profiles in Ignorance by Andy Borowitz
Review of 'Profiles in Ignorance' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
My review for this book is now live in LIBRARY JOURNAL
Jack Phoenix reviewed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by Peter Laird (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection, #01)
Review of 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
This iteration of TMNT continues in excellent fashion with a volume that focuses on the interpersonal relationships (and trauma) of the characters, while introducing some fabulous new mutants.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Last Rites by Todd Harra
Jack Phoenix reviewed Mayor Good Boy by Dave Scheidt
Review of 'Mayor Good Boy' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Featuring one of the cutest illustrated dogs ever, MAYOR GOOD BOY'S surprising combination of appealing art, potty humor, and appeal to activism will make it a pleasure for middle-grade readers and more.
Featuring one of the cutest illustrated dogs ever, MAYOR GOOD BOY'S surprising combination of appealing art, potty humor, and appeal to activism will make it a pleasure for middle-grade readers and more.
Jack Phoenix reviewed Agent 9 by James Burks
Review of 'Agent 9' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
The high energy artwork will draw the young and young-at-heart in and the lighthearted spy gags will keep them hooked.
Jack Phoenix reviewed PAWS: Gabby Gets It Together by Nathan Fairbairn
Review of 'PAWS' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
A beautiful illustrated graphic novel for anyone who loves doggos at any age, featuring some very relatable young characters.














