I have read many books by Lisa Jewell and as a fan I was thrilled to receive an ARC from Netgalley. The reason I gave this book 3* is not that it was a bad book, it was quite interesting. But I am not into this type of genre, but if you are into magic, abnormal obsessions, immortality, then this book is for you. Although listed as a mystery - and yet it had mysterious people and things happening - I found it more a fantasy. It leans to perfection and how young minds are geared to thinking they need to be perfect. There is no app for that.

Therefore, Jessica Jones, private investigator goes deep diving into finding out what is happening with young adults and their obsession and hopes she is not too late.

Jessica Jones is back, and this book does not disappoint. Gritty, raw, and refreshingly human, Breaking the Dark throws you into Jessica’s messy, complicated world—where hangovers and heartbreak are just as real as the dark forces she faces. She’s no longer the spandex-wearing superhero; she’s a PI with a sharp wit, a lot of baggage, and a deep-rooted sense of justice, even if she’d never admit it.

The mystery starts when a desperate mother walks into Jessica’s office with a wild-sounding story about her children being “replaced” after a trip to the UK. And just like that, Jessica’s dragged into something much darker and stranger than she expected. The eerie village of Barton Wallop and its unsettling residents make the whole thing feel like a creepy fairy tale—but with teeth.

What I loved most is how real Jessica feels. She’s flawed, she’s tough, and she questions everything—including herself. The story is packed with suspense, and the supernatural twist keeps you guessing until the end. Whether you’re a long-time Marvel fan or totally new to the universe, this book is a strong, stand-alone thriller that delivers on mystery, heart, and grit.

I enjoyed the thriller storyline but didn’t pay attention that this was also a Jessica Jones superhero story. Am not a Marvel fan so was taken back a bit but the thriller aspect was interesting and different. I have enjoyed all of her books so I was very excited for this one so am glad I read it but in all honesty I didn’t love and I just wasn’t a fan of adding the superhero and thriller together.

Breaking The Dark; is the first book in the Marvel Crimes series and this one is written by Lisa Jewell, let me start this review by saying due to Netflix is great accessibilities I watched Jessica Jones until it ended as well as Luke Cage but reading it in book form is so much better. We learned so much about Jessica as well as the secret she’s keeping from Luke her on again, off again, lover this was a weird book with major twist I mean what’s more mysterious than an island in Scotland two twins who don’t act like they should this book is full of great things and I loved all of it and I cannot wait for the second book as a blind person I prefer reading over watching TV any day and as far as books go this is a five star read on its own not even comparing it to its television counterpart. I love love loved it! #NetGalley, #TheBlindReviewer, #MyHonestReview, #LisaJewell,#BreakingTheDark,

I love this author but this was a dnf for me- I think bc I am used to her suspenseful thrillers and this was a cozy detective mystery which is not a genre I normally like.

My Thoughts:
I DNF’d Breaking the Dark—even though I’m a Marvel fan. I’m not sure what I was expecting, but I think I went into it hoping for Lisa Jewell’s usual vibe, and this just didn’t have that. It felt really different from her other books, and I just couldn’t get into the story. I gave it a solid try, but it didn’t work for me this time.

Genre:
Superhero Fiction / Thriller

Age Range:
Adult

I wont be sharing this on my social media page! Thank uou for the free ARC.

I am not a marvel person so I did not know what to expect! This book was great and made a point of what people would really do to be perfect. I enjoyed this and can’t wait to read more!

I started this book having no idea it was a Marvel book. I just saw the author was Lisa Jewell and was interested. But, I am glad I read it because I think non Marvel fans can enjoy it as well. The book follows Jessica Jones, who I guess is a super hero in the Marvel universe. She is hired by a mother as a P.I after the mother’s teenage twins come back from a summer in England with their father and aren’t acting like themselves. The novel was interesting and well written as usual by Lisa Jewell. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

Breaking the Dark by @lisajewelluk
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My first Lisa Jewell book. I was excited when I saw this one because I like Marvel movies. While there were some superhero aspects, it would still appeal to those who aren’t necessarily Marvel fans. I think it’s been fun occasionally stepping outside my typical, preferred genre and realizing I do like some new things! 😆

Thank you @netgalley & @hyperionavebooks for the ARC of this for the recent paperback release!

All opinions are honest and my own.

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I will say, I don't know much about Jessica Jones and the Marvel universe. So I went into this one pretty blind. I really enjoyed it though!

Jessica Jones is a retired spuer hero. She is also a private investigation and loner. She is hire by a distraught mother who claims something is wrong with her twins since they have returned from a summer in a small village in the britsih countyside. Jessica meets Belle who tthe twins have mentioned to there mother. This little village seams to have a dark entergy. thanks netgalley

I first discovered Jessica Jones through the Marvel Netflix series, and she quickly became my favorite. So when I saw this book, I immediately requested it. Given the darker and more intense tone, I knew I had to wait until I was in the right mood to pick it up. I think it was a strong start to the Marvel Crime series! While I’ve recently read a thriller by Lisa Jewell, I'm not completely familiar with her usual style. I thought she did a great job with this one. It's not the best book I’ve ever read, but it was enjoyable.

Jessica Jones is kind of just floating through life, unsure of what to do next. But honestly, that fits her personality perfectly. She jumps from case to case, hiding from her past and trying to live in a sort of oblivion. In this book, she gets tangled up in a strange case that takes her abroad, where she uncovers some unsettling news. While juggling the case, her personal life, Luke Cage, and her bank account, she starts to piece together parts of her life. The mystery itself was a bit confusing at first and it took a lengthy path to the ending. But once it all came together, it made sense.

I’d seen someone mention that this book actually follows Jessica’s Marvel storyline, so I had to look it up. I was surprised to find that it does, and I found that really interesting. The character growth from the beginning of the book to the end was huge. I loved where she ended up and how she found a new lease on life. I know some people are skeptical about therapy, but I really appreciated how it was used in this book.

You never know how books like this will go, but I enjoyed it. I am a little biased since I do love Jessica's character so much. Regardless, I thought it was a good thriller with some interesting character development for Jessica. I am looking forward to the next installment in this series!

Thank you, Hyperion Avenue and Netgalley, for the e-arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Despite not knowing much about marvel comics i went ahead and requested this title because... lisa jewel... but it struggled to get through it. Iliked the writing style, as usual with this author, but i just couldnt connect with the plot and the characters, which is a very "me" thing. I believe super heroe books are just not it for me.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book!

I had no idea what to expect when I started reading this book. The plot follows two storylines, one from years ago leading up to today with themes like witchery, blood-lust, and genius. The other storyline follows Jessica Jones, a private investigator in present day hired by a rich mother in New York to find out why her children came back from their visit to the UK completely different people. The storylines, though a little confusing at first, become easy to follow after you get into the book.

I do like this author’s writing style, and I liked that it was written in third person. The lead character was likeable, and there were certain twisted elements of the plot that were interesting.

If I’m honest, I had very high hopes because of the author. In the end, I was disappointed. Certain parts of the plot didn’t make sense and took away from the believe-ability of the characters. I think the whole book could have been about a hundred pages shorter and the last chapter could be removed entirely since it just summarizes the last 350 pages. I think this book might be a polarizing one, with audiences left unsure of how they feel about it. I suspect there will be strong opinions on both sides.

Thank you to Net galley for offering this timely read to me. In a departure from her non series books Lisa Jewell writes an interesting intriguing story. I liked it! As a reader of Lisa jewell I had to reset my mind set as the marvel element was new to me.. perhaps if I was more familiar with the character of Jessica from marvel I would have enjoyed it more. Overall it was a nice weekend read, however I do prefer Lisa Jewell’s other novels more.

Thank you to Netgalley, Lisa Jewell and Hyperion Ave for the Advance Reader Copy of Breaking the Dark.

I am someone who has adored and ate up previous Lisa Jewell novels. The way she writes and describes her characters really click well with me.
I am not someone who follows marvel books, or the tv adaptation so it’s not quite my favourite. I would have to say that’s the content, and not the writing itself. I found it to be a bit slow, but again I think this is more me. She has great character development and ties themes well into her storyline. Unfortunately it didn’t captivate me and I did not finish it.

Firstly, I love Lisa Jewell! I read the first Marvel story and didn't love it but decided to give this another try...well, it didn't change my opinion. I think I'm just not a Marvel person (except maybe iron man?).

Breaking the Dark
A Jessica Jones Marvel Crime Novel by Lisa Jewell
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I was quite surprised that I enjoyed this novel, as I am not a superhero fan. I requested this book because I like the author, so I didn't even read the synopsis before grabbing this title.

Lisa created this superhero as a woman with relationship and addiction problems, which makes her more relatable. She is a retired superhero with a barely functioning private investigation business. A wealthy, divorced psychiatrist hires her to investigate her twins, as they have peculiar behavior after returning home from a summer vacation with their father.

I liked Jessica's tenacity and ability to work through her life's problems. She is intelligent and wants to accomplish things without her superpowers. I enjoyed the teenaged character, Malcolm, a PI wanna be, who helps Jessica. Luke, is her romantic interest. They intermittently are together.

I read this swiftly because it was interesting. The storyline was not predictable, so I was guessing at every turn what would happen next. Kudos on an outstanding novel!

Thank you, NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue, for the advanced reader's copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


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As a die-hard fan of Jessica Jones, I approached Lisa Jewell’s Breaking the Dark with a mix of excitement and a tad bit of skepticism, not knowing what to expect from a novelist new to me. I was pleasantly surprised and, admittedly, quite thrilled. Jewell’s rendition of the gritty, no-nonsense Jessica meshes well with the noir aesthetic that defines the character, adding a unique twist to the Marvel Universe that I cherish. I really want more books in this style.

It does kick off at a pace that feels a tad slow -I found myself feeling a bit lost, like stepping into the middle of a conversation. There’s multiple viewpoints and timelines, so there’s a lot going on in the story, but Jewell does a great job grounding Jessica and her superhuman struggles. I think new fans of Jessica Jones can appreciate this, since Jessica is a detective first over being a superhero.

Very fresh!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. Glad I picked this up.

This wasn’t my favorite by Lisa Jewell, but I did read it all and overall enjoyed it. I wasn’t super interested in the supernatural piece and didn’t know who Jessica Jones was going into it. Just wasn’t a favorite of mine.