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BROWSE BOOK REVIEWS




Series: Traction Man


Cover art for TRACTION MAN AND THE BEACH ODYSSEY
CHILDREN'S
Released: May 22, 2012
by Mini Grey, illustrated by Mini Grey

"A wonderfully satirical, action-packed romp that echoes the grand tradition of comic books as it ingeniously communicates the complete absorption of imaginative play. (Picture book. 6-9)"
The intrepid, square-jawed action figure Traction Man is back, but is he ready for the likes of Beach-Time Brendaâ„¢? Read full book review >
Cover art for TRACTION MAN MEETS TURBODOG
CHILDREN'S
Released: Sept. 9, 2008
by Mini Grey, illustrated by Mini Grey

"Hilarious details lurk throughout, and readers won't want to miss even one. (Picture book. 6-9)"
Anyone who has read Traction Man Is Here (2005) knows that the toy action-figure's beloved pet Scrubbing Brush could never, ever be replaced by the battery-operated "generic robotic hound" Turbodogâ„¢. Read full book review >
Cover art for TRACTION MAN IS HERE!
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 12, 2005

"An absolutely, hilariously, dead-on perfect celebration of the relationship between child and toy. (Picture book. 5-8)"
Traction Man is ready for anything—but can he overcome the gift of an all-in-one knitted green romper suit with matching bonnet? Read full book review >