Lisa Jewel is an auto buy author for me. This one was sooo good! Suspenseful and engaging. I loved the characters and the plot. It really feels like you are thrown into the story snd never want to put it down!

I did not like this book :( I hate the idea of Lisa Jewell sellinbg out and writing "Marvel" stories for a series on this Jessica Jones character. I was sooooo excited to see her coming out with a new book since i LOVED her other books, but this one felt cheap and washed out. :((((((((((((


Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, and to the publisher for this complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest review!!!

Jessica Jones knows that she has super powers. She is an investigator and is quickly hired by a mother of twins to help uncover what happened to the brother and sister duo during their visit to England over the summer. Jessica travels to England to try to retrace the twins' steps from the previous summer to find out why they had such a "perfect" change.

This search leads her on a goose chase that involves earlier people using human blood to make a skin care line that promises users the "perfect" self. Jessica learns that people were kidnapped, lives were in danger, and she is running out of time to solve the mystery before the twins fall into the trap, too.

Jewell's first Marvel book was not my favorite. If you like super hero books and this genre, you may have a different opinion of BREAKING THE DARK. I love Lisa Jewell books, but this was not my favorite.

I love Lisa Jewell, so I was excited to begin reading a Marvel series novel authored by her. As someone who watched the Jessica Jones series, I think that she did an excellent job with a genre outside of her wheelhouse. This novel; however, may not be for the typical Lisa Jewell reader. It will definitely be a hit for an audience who likes superheroes and elements of the supernatural. If you enjoyed the Jessica Jones series or are into Marvel comics, I would definitely recommend this novel. It’s a great read with an eerie and somewhat creepy storyline. Looking forward to the next in this series.

This was my first book by her and I absolutely loved it. The book cover is beautiful and the story sucked me in very fast! 10/10 recommend this to anyone! I can't wait to discuss this with my book club when it comes out. The twists and turns in this book will have you wanting more!!!!! I will be reading more books by Lisa. Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to have an advanced copy of this book.

This is poorly written YA that I can't understand why Lisa Jewell would want to be associated with. I DNFed it during the 3rd chapter.

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I am a HUGE fan of MARVEL!

I dived right into another thriller and yet this is another great one. A well written book by Lisa Jewel, I loved the experience! We need more!! Where’s part 2 at?

It was interesting to see Lisa Jewell right a Marvel story. I really love her writing style but I think not being super into comic series had this miss the mark for me a little bit as far as my own reader engagement. Lisa did a great job writing this story and there was plenty of mystery and action!

I absolutely love love Lisa Jewel, AND I am a huge Marvel fan. So this would am perfect for me. Was it?
Definitely not what I was expecting. Not Lisa’s usual style. Not like most Marvel movie characters. But this book had my attention from start to finish.

The story centers around Jessica Jones, detective and a superhero who has tried to make her life a bit more “average.” She takes on a case from a wealthy woman whose two twin teenagers have returned from a summer in England acting very strange. The main antagonist/villain is not who you would suspect. Jessica has an eager young sidekick that goes to high school by day, and helps her infiltrate her client’s kids’ social scene at night to get more information. Jessica travels to England to understand what happened over the summer, and she learns of a very dark world where kids are being manipulated.

I would definitely recommend this book for Marvel fans who have some knowledge of Jessica Jones. Even if you don’t know about her (like I didn’t) the story is easy to follow. If you’re looking for a classic Lisa Jewel story you need to adjust your attitude and go with an open mind. Enjoy the ride!

This book felt like watching a season of the Krysten Ritter Jessica Jones, which is a show LOVED. I think Jewell did a fantastic job with Jessica Jones' headspace and vibe. And the case is unique and interesting. I would only caution fans of Lisa Jewell that this book feels different than her other books. That's not a bad thing but if you're expecting Then She Was Gone, just know this book has supernatural elements and it's weirder than what Jewell usually writes.

As a Marvel fan & a Lisa Jewell fan, I knew I had to give this book a go.

It took me a little while to wrap my brain around a marvel based crime thriller, but it was definitely attention grabbing. In Lisa Jewell's typical writing fashion, I became engrossed in the story and couldn't put it down.

I think it will be hit or miss with Jewell fans that don't realize it's a Marvel story. But Jewell went out of her comfort zone and (i think) did a great job.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC ebook for review

First off, I would like to say that I'm a huge fan of Lisa Jewell's books. She is one of my favorite thriller Authors, sadly I felt that this book just felt a little flat for me. I think that one of the things that I had a really hard time getting through was the format of the book. there was no indentation or page breaks between the chapters and that just threw me off a little while getting into the story to start. Then once I got into the story It started off really slow (which is different for a Lisa Jewell book). Another thing that I had to get through was that this was a take on the Marvel Character Jessica Jones, though I have watched Marvel, I had yet to read the characters in written format, so this was a new aspect.

All in all after the story picked up its pace a little, I was happy that the ending took a turn towards a thriller vibe.

Please make note that this isn't your normal Lisa Jewell triller book, it takes more of a sci-fi aspect and has the Marvel superhero aspect in it. So, if you were looking for a "traditional" thriller book it may be best to find a different book.

Breaking the Dark is the first in a new line of Marvel based books. Each book in the series will be by a different author and about a different character. This first one focuses on Jessica Jones, a superhero turned private investigator. The novel reads like a mystery/thriller and while one doesn't have to know much about Jessica Jones to enjoy the book, there are definitely some easter eggs in the novel for those who do. Jessica is given a case when a woman walks into her office talking about how her kids have been acting weird ever since they came back from visiting the father for the summer in the UK. They appear flawless and everything is perfect to them. This leads Jessica to travel to the UK to learn more about a girl named Belle whom they hung out with for most of the summer. Turns out Belle along with other things seem off and leads Jessica to solve not just what is going on with the twins but other mysteries as well.

The book starts off a little slow, and makes you question where it is headed and how a superhero fits into all of this. The second half of the book definitely feels more in line with a Jessica Jones comic or the show. So if you are struggling early on, push through, I promise it gets better. Lisa Jewell doesn't really give much background on Jessica Jones, and I think this would have been beneficial for those who pick up this book because it is by Lisa Jewell or those who know nothing about the character.

I may continue to read the other books in the series when they come out just to see how the other authors handle the characters and if the books end up connecting in any way other than characters popping up here and there.

Thank you NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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thank you to netgalley for the arc.

as a huge marvel fan i was looking forward to this book. two things i love : thrillers & marvel. however, i just don't think that lisa jewell is the author for me. while there were short chapters and simple and easy prose, there was not enough of an engaging story for me for really call this a thriller. the overall story also read like a YA novel, with a rushed and unsatisfying ending. i don't think i will be reading from her again, but i am thankful i got an arc.

I’m a big fan of Lisa Jewell’s books—she’s one of my favorite authors. This book was a bit of a departure from my usual reads, though, as I didn’t realize Jessica Jones is a Marvel character until I picked it up. Since I’m not into comics or the Marvel universe, that aspect was unfamiliar to me.

The story starts a bit slow, but the ending takes a turn toward a thriller vibe, which I enjoyed. If you’re a fan of sci-fi thrillers, I’d definitely recommend this book. However, if you’re more into traditional thrillers like me, this one might feel a bit hit or miss.

Jessica Jones is not my favorite Marvel character, but I love a good superhero story.
Breaking the Dark tells the story of Jessica Jones, former superhero turned private investigator. She takes a case to find out what happened to two children while visiting their father in England over the summer.
The Jessica Jones portions of the story had me interested from the start. Her working the case and trying to navigate a messy personal life.
What brought the story down for me, was the flashbacks. They weren’t boring, but I kept wanting to get passed them. Everything about them made sense in the end, though.
I’ve need read a book by Lisa Jewel before. She seems like a pretty good author and I may check out one of her mysteries.
I find it amusing that as a superhero, Jessica Jones used the codename, Jewel, and the author’s name is Jewel.

I'm not a comic reader so the story of Jessica Jones meant nothing to me. That being said, after the first 30% of the book I enjoyed it. It had more of the Jewell thriller drama that I love. I struggled with the disjointed timelines and constant switching back and forth, introducing new characters every time. I wouldn't recommend this to a typical thriller reader but can appreciate the theme.

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<i>Breaking the Dark</i>:

Moody. Gritty. Sci-fi.

I’ll skip the part where I re-explain the blurb because I’m not sure anyone cares for that anyway. Instead I give you these three words that, in my opinion, perfectly capture the essence of this book.

I’m not really a big Marvel person, so this book was rough for me initially. I am a big Lisa Jewell fan though, so by the middle of the story I was invested in the outcome. The middle to the end is written very much in thriller fashion, so I enjoyed the back half far more than I did the beginning.

Honestly, <i>Breaking the Dark</i> could have been just as much of a story without the Marvel element, so don’t let that tag deter you from reading it if this sounds like something you’d normally be into. Prior to reading, I was moderately familiar with the Marvel universe: I knew who Luke Cage was, but not who Jessica Jones was. However, those details really weren’t pertinent to the story. Her abilities and ties to the Avengers were certainly mentioned, but the plot didn’t hinge upon that stuff.

This is a fast read. It’s mostly dialogue, which will be a pro for some and a con for others. While it makes for a really quick pace, it can also lead to a bit of “white room syndrome” so that’s something to note before diving in. If you’re looking for a quick sci-fi thriller with a tie-in to the Marvel universe, you will likely enjoy this one. If you’re looking for a typical Lisa Jewell novel or a book that is all about the Marvel universe, this one might fall a little flat for you.

3/5 overall
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A huge thank you to NetGalley and Hyperion Avenue for this ARC!

Loved the show soo here I am giddy with excitement being able to read this ARC!!

Jewell delivers a gripping, gritty story that perfectly captures the essence of Marvel’s beloved private investigator. Jewell balances Jessica’s no-nonsense attitude and sharp wit with her vulnerabilities, creating a narrative that feels true to the character while introducing a fresh, suspenseful plot.

Set in a seedy underworld teeming with danger and intrigue, the story is packed with sharp dialogue, unexpected twists, and a compelling mystery that will keep you hooked—it’s a deep dive into the complexities of a flawed yet fiercely determined hero.

Whether you’re a longtime Marvel fan or new to Jessica Jones, Breaking the Dark is a thrilling, unputdownable read.

Rating: 5/5
Recommendation: A must-read for fans of Marvel’s Jessica Jones and anyone who loves a smart, hard-edged crime thriller.

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A Lisa Jewell thriller? Yes please! This is an original story based on the Marvel superhero Jessica Jones with a few other Marvel characters joining in the plot along the way. Jessica is working as a private investigator and is hired to check into mysterious behavior of two teenagers after visiting their father in the UK. The story becomes more dark and twisted as it unfurls. This book has all the elements I expected of a Marvel story- superheroes, villains, origin stories, and science fiction. I would describe this as a fantasy thriller, This is the first book in a Marvel series with each book written by a different author. I will be interested in checking out the next books in the series. Thank you to Hyperion Avenue and Netgalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.