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A review by readaholicliv
Breaking the Dark: A Jessica Jones Marvel Crime Novel by Lisa Jewell
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Reading Journal Details
Book: "Breaking the Dark" by Lisa Jewell
Format Read: Kindle (400 pages)
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5)
Format Read: Kindle (400 pages)
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5)
Quick Take Review
Lisa Jewell's Breaking the Dark captures Jessica Jones' layered personality, but lacks the grit expected from her universe. While the action and pacing are solid, the straightforward plot, rushed ending, and lighter tone left it feeling more YA/NA than the intense story I'd anticipated.
Full Review
Breaking the Dark caught my attention with its unique blend of Lisa Jewell’s writing and the Marvel universe, featuring the ever-complex Jessica Jones. While Jewell does an excellent job capturing Jessica’s multifaceted personality—her insecurities, perfectionist tendencies, and emotional scars from Kilgrave—the book leaned more toward a Young Adult/New Adult tone, lacking the gritty atmosphere I expected from Jessica’s world.
The pacing was solid, with enough action to keep the story moving, but the straightforward plot and rushed ending left me wanting more depth and unpredictability. Readers unfamiliar with Jessica’s backstory may find parts of the narrative confusing, as more context could have enhanced clarity. Though enjoyable overall, the book didn’t fully deliver on its potential, especially for those hoping for a darker, more intense exploration of Jessica Jones’ universe.
The pacing was solid, with enough action to keep the story moving, but the straightforward plot and rushed ending left me wanting more depth and unpredictability. Readers unfamiliar with Jessica’s backstory may find parts of the narrative confusing, as more context could have enhanced clarity. Though enjoyable overall, the book didn’t fully deliver on its potential, especially for those hoping for a darker, more intense exploration of Jessica Jones’ universe.