I was genuinely surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I went into it being very skeptical of whether or not I would like it. I'm not at all a Marvel fan, but I am quite definitely a fan of Lisa Jewell. What I couldn't help but be impressed with was that, even with its superhero backdrop, her writing style truly did shine through. Her ability to craft multi-faceted characters and gripping plotlines is a huge part of this book. It was much darker and considerably more psychological than you’d expect with a ton of tension.

Breaking the Dark is a compelling mystery. With a healthy dose of the supernatural, and futuristic aspects.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I love Lisa Jewell and I read anything she writes! This book did not disappoint! I knew nothing about the Marvel universe or Jessica Jones before going into this book, and that was not a factor at all. Definitely don't let that be a reason to not pick up this book!

Thank you to the author and publisher for the opportunity to review this book.

I enjoyed the mystery, the British setting, and the characters. Classic Lisa Jewell writing! Jessica Jones is a character I will read more of in the future!

As a Lisa Jewell fan, I immediately hopped on this new release. I have loved all of her novels, but I found this one to be very different from her normal style. The first third of this book, I found to be fairly dull and felt like I had a hard time continuing; however, the rest of the book picked up the pace and was more interesting. I don’t know if I will continue this series, but I definitely will continue to read Lisa Jewell’s novels. Definitely worth reading, especially if you enjoy the comics, but just not my favorite by her. Thank you, publisher and NetGalley, for an ARC of Breaking the Dark in exchange for an honest review!

This is such a cool take on the marvel universe - the writing is well done and Jewell does a great job writing Jessica Jones. I can' wait to see where else this series goes.

Thank you Netgalley for the advance reader copy of Breaking the Dark: A Jessica Jones Marvel Crime Novel by Lisa Jewell in exchange for an honest review. I am a big fan of the show Jessica Jones and was really excited to read this book. It was well written and I enjoyed the dual timelines that finally came together in the end. By doing this Lisa Jewell was able to create suspense and drew me into the end.

I like Lisa Jewell's work and Breaking the Dark is no different. This title is excellent for fans of mystery, thriller, suspense, Marvel, or any combination of the four.

It is somewhat different than Jewell's style in her other books, but as a Marvel fan, I didn't have any problems connecting to the story. I don't have a huge amount of background knowledge on Jessica Jones, but I don't feel like I missed important elements to the story or character due to lack of background knowledge.

The pacing was good, considering it's almost 400 pages. Good premise and good character development.

Overall, no complaints here. I would want diehard Jewell readers that this is a little different than her usual titles, but I would encourage them to give it a shot! 4/5 from me. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this title.

I chose this one because I also enjoy Jewell's novels, but then I wasn't so sure I would enjoy a "super hero" book since I am a casual super hero fan at most. But this was really good! Really just a goof detective novel. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Great addictive read - different from the usual Lisa Jewell, and as someone new to the Marvel universe it took a bit of getting used to. Once things got rolling it had the usual page-turning quality expected of the author. Definitely looking forward to more from her in this direction.

I’m not a comic book person at all so this was a bit of a struggle for me to connect to, however I will say that if anyone could get me close to caring about Marvel, it is Lisa Jewell! She does a great job of creating suspense (I mean, she is one of the queens after all, so no surprise there) and leaving the reader wanting more. If you have even the faintest interest in Marvel you will absolutely devour this!

Thank you to NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the advance electronic copy. All opinions are my own.

I’m a new fan of Lisa Jewell’s having only read her most recent book, “None of This is True”. However, I *LOVED* it so I am now a “if it’s Lisa Jewell, I will be purchasing” fan. I’m also a long time Marvel fan and was in love with the character of Jessica Jones since she debuted on Netflix. Ok, so I’m a fan of these two mediums separately … what about when they’re joined together? Short answer: yes, it’s a great marriage. Long answer: Even if you’re not a fan of Marvel, Lisa Jewell has done a wonderful job of bringing you into this world and keeping you there turning page after page. I also loved catching and seeing some of the other marvel characters in this. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Though I'm a big fan of the Marvel movies, I don't know much about Jessica Jones since she's not in them and I don't read the comics, nor have I watched the Netflix show. Still, I was excited to try this one out given that I love Marvel movies and Lisa Jewell. I thought this book was okay - not bad by any means, but also not great. It had a character and a plot and kept things moving, but I had trouble feeling invested in it. I wanted more action and character development, both of which I felt were underwhelming. I was curious how the story would all play out but didn't really care about any of the characters or their wellbeing, I more just wanted to know how it would wrap up and if Jessica would save the day from the weird perfection lady. While I didn't dislike the book, I'm not sure I would continue this series.

*I did end up listening to the audiobook via Audible and thought the narrator did a great job.

I missed the Marvel Comics connection when I requested this book and happy I did. Lisa Jewell delivers an intriguing dark superhero story. This was an entertaining blend of the supernatural and unexpected twists as I learned more about the gritty Jessica Jones character.

Thank you NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for the DRC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review an advanced copy of this novel. I highly enjoyed it and will be recommending it.

This was not my usual pick. Never read the comics, or have watched anything related but I thought hey I’ll take a chance.
It was good. Interesting but definitely not my fav. That’s a me problem for sure though.

3/5⭐️

Breaking the Dark was not a favorite of mine, but I think it’s just because I’m not a Marvel person. I LOVE Lisa Jewell, and the writing was still great, it’s just not my cup of tea!

This is another great book by Lisa Jewell. This book got the whole 5 stars from me. She is an amazing story- teller and you will not be disappointed! This book kept me on my toes!

While I know the marvel superheros, I am mostly just an observer and not a superfan. I did enjoy reading about a defunct superhero who still has it in her to help people as a private investigator.
Jessica Jones was breaking all of her own rules as she tried to help a mom figure out why her kids are not acting anything like themselves. She stopped sabotaging herself and put other people's needs above her own in a regular human way, not a saving the world superhero way.
I realize that I was reading a break from reality, but it was funny how people so willingly answered her barrage of questions. I found myself shaking my heading and wondering why these people were ok to talk to her, especially with how brusque her interviewing technique was.
As a faithful reader of Lisa Jewell's more pyschological thriller books, I wanted to give this one a try. Jewell certainly has a gift for writing and that goes for any and all genres.

This was a great read. Speaking as someone who only has a vague idea of all the details that go into the MCU, I can honestly say I enjoyed this without being a Marvel superfan. I'm sure if I was one, it would have made the entire book even more enjoyable.

Lisa Jewell brings her storytelling skills to this mystery and makes it believable and relatable. She did a fantastic job plotting something that would fit in the MCU but also be an admirable addition to her repertoire. The only criticism I have of the book is that there are many places where Jewell's American characters don't sound American enough. From time to time, they use language that feels and sounds more British. Otherwise, though, this was a fun book all the way around.

Breaking the Dark transports Jessica Jones into a captivating new realm. Jewell proves herself a master at weaving suspense and enveloping readers in the shadows of her thrillers and mysteries. Yet, this particular installment struggles to find its footing. From the very first page, it feels as though readers have been abruptly plunged into the midst of an ongoing saga, and in many ways, that impression rings true. While Jessica Jones has a rich backstory within the Marvel universe, this new sphere may catch fresh readers off guard. The sluggish pace of the beginning lends the plot a sense of inertia, making it feel less rewarding to pursue. Furthermore, the character development relies heavily on past experiences without effectively grounding them within the novel itself.