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Such a cute and fun little book club kit. I would recommend this to anyone that is planning to read the book.

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An AMAZING resource from We Are Bookish!!! This book club kit contains everything a book club could possibly need to read, discuss, and celebrate Breaking the Dark by Lisa Jewell. There is an author interview, discussion questions, and my personal favorites-- printable bookmarks and food/drink recipes, and so much more! I love the idea of serving a book inspired coffee bar at a meeting. These book club kits are top notch.

Thanks, We Are Bookish!

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This kit was really great.
The ideas and extra made it very special and the book club more interesting than just simply talking about the book.
From the Trigger Warnings to the book marks and recipes and the activity ideas. Great!
The interview and questions were also great but seen that many times before which made it less special but still a must have for a book club discussion.

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I thoroughly enjoyed "Breaking the Dark" by Lisa Jewell and would give it a solid 4-star rating! The mystery woven throughout the story was anything but predictable—it was a thrilling ride filled with supernatural elements and unexpected twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. The introduction of the detective's unique abilities added an intriguing layer to the narrative, making it nearly impossible for me to guess the outcome. Each twist and turn drew me deeper into the plot, and I was constantly surprised by where the story led. For those who appreciate thrillers featuring morally complex female protagonists, this book is a must-read. If you’re unfamiliar with Jessica Jones, have you been living under a sunshine covered rock? She is the ultimate dark and twisty morally gray the world sucks but I am going to still work towards helping it quasi-superhero. This book absolutely served that energy! Overall, "Breaking the Dark" is a compelling supernatural thriller that I highly recommend to fans of the genre!

I also recently had the pleasure of exploring the book club kit for "Breaking the Dark" by Lisa Jewell, and I must say, it is an absolute game-changer for any book club! This kit is packed with fantastic resources that will elevate your reading experience and make planning a breeze. One of the standout features is the amazing author interview, where Lisa Jewell shares her insights and inspirations behind the story. It adds a personal touch that will spark engaging conversations among club members. The leading discussion questions are thoughtfully crafted, encouraging deep dives into the plot and characters, making it easy to facilitate meaningful discussions. Additionally, the inclusion of activities like a murder mystery party is a brilliant idea! It brings an interactive element to the book club, allowing members to immerse themselves in the suspenseful world Jewell has created. And let’s not forget the "Bites and Sips" section—it offers delicious snack and drink pairings that perfectly complement the themes of the book, making your gathering even more enjoyable. Overall, this book club kit is a comprehensive and thoughtful resource that simplifies the planning process and enhances the overall experience of reading "Breaking the Dark." I can't wait to implement these ideas at our next meeting! Highly recommend it to all book clubs looking to enrich their discussions and have a blast while doing so!

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This book club kit would make a great addition to any meeting on Breaking the Dark by Lisa Jewell. I liked that it included a wide variety of activities including discussion questions, bookmarks and food and drink ideas which made it much more interactive and gave some ideas of how to host a really engaging book club meeting,

I thought the interview with Lisa Jewell was fascinating and I always find it interesting to get a glimpse into the writing process from authors. Personally I've never really got into Marvel so this book doesn't overly appeal to me but I can see the fusion of Marvel as well as crime fiction being a lot of peoples cup of tea.

Overall this is another great book club kit and I can see a lot of people really enjoying this book!

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I was interested in this as I saw Lisa Jewell discussing this book at an in-person event prior to publication, and I read and thoroughly enjoyed Breaking The Dark. I’ve also advised various authors on bonus content and book clubs discussion questions.

This book club kit is fine, the Q&A with Lisa Jewell my favourite part, the ads for other books my least favourite. Some recommended further reading, choice Lisa Jewell titles and other books looking at similar themes as Breaking The Dark would be nice.

I’m not sure how this kit will be made available to the public? As a free download or bonus content in a special edition it would be great, but I certainly wouldn’t pay money for it.

Thanks to Netgalley and We Are Bookish

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A kit like this is invaluable to a classroom literature study, book club, and/or to supplement your own reading in a deeper, more profound way. What a fabulous idea! I wish more authors did this.

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Book club kits will always be my favorite activity to do. It enhances the reading experiences whether you are reading it alone or with a book club. This kit offers an interview with the author, discussion questions you can ask each other, fun recipes for food and drinks to eat, and other activities like word searches. This kit is perfect for beginners who want to start their own book club.

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I love all things Lisa Jewell AND marvel so this was the perfect book club kit. I love the open dialogue where book club members can take time to jot down their own questions for other book club members. I enjoy these activities as well. The word search being timed and offer prices would be fun!

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A great kit to use with your book club! I always love when a menu with food and drinks is included in these. Really gives the meeting a fun vibe. Plus the printable bookmarks would be fun to use while reading!

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I love how a good book club kit enhances the reading experience, and this one does it perfectly! With discussion questions, interactive activities, and printable bookmarks, it adds so much depth to Breaking the Dark. Whether you’re in a book club or reading solo, this is a great way to immerse yourself even more. Highly recommend!

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I love a book club kit so much. They make the reading experience more interactive and it is great for book clubs. This has discussion questions, fun activities, printable bookmarks, and tell you more about the book. I highly suggest using this if you have read Breaking the Dark.

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This book club kit was well thought out and put together. It not only included thoughtful questions, but also activities, bookmarks, and recipe links for non-alcoholic drinks and snacks to make the book club meeting a full fledged event! The only thing I am concerned with is that the recipes are available via links and not directly in the kit and there is always a chance for a link to break. I appreciated that it included information on the author, other books by her/the publisher, and suggestions for books to read if you enjoyed this one. This would be a great kit for someone wanting to change up a book club meeting.

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