Whether X-Men: Dark Phoenix is your first encounter with this story arc or if you’ve been a fan of the comics for ages, Jean Grey’s transformation from sweet psychic to all-powerful force of nature is an all- engrossing one. And while Dark Phoenix is not exactly a critical darling, it builds on the great trope of women with supernatural powers working against the forces of evil, as well as the oppressive systems of sexism, racism, homophobia, and more. So, if you’re looking for more stories of where powerful women use spectacular abilities to make a difference in the world, then do I have a list for you.
This post was originally published on GetLiterary.com.