Breaking the Dark - Lisa Jewell

Lisa Jewell, the Sunday Times bestselling queen of domestic thrillers, takes a bold leap into the Marvel Universe with Breaking the Dark, a riveting crime noir featuring private investigator Jessica Jones. Known for her sharp mind and sharper tongue, Jessica is drawn into a case involving a missing teenage girl—and the secrets behind her disappearance are darker than anyone imagined.

Combining Marvel's signature grit with Jewell’s psychological suspense, this first entry in the Marvel Crime series offers fans of thrillers and superheroes something entirely fresh.

Main Themes of the Book

• Crime and Corruption: An unsparing look at the underbelly of New York through a PI’s eyes
• Moral Ambiguity: Jessica Jones walks the line between hero and vigilante
• Female Empowerment: A fierce, flawed heroine who never backs down
• Psychological Tension: Secrets unravel and truths cut deep
• Gritty Urban Noir: Marvel meets hard-boiled detective fiction

Reasons to Choose This Book by Lisa Jewell

• First Marvel Universe novel from Lisa Jewell, renowned for psychological thrillers
• A perfect blend of superhero mythos and classic noir detective storytelling
• Ideal for fans of Jessica Jones, Marvel thrillers, and dark mysteries with emotional depth
• Introduces a new era of Marvel storytelling for adult crime fiction readers
• A gripping read with sharp dialogue, suspenseful twists, and emotional grit

Breaking the Dark is a thrilling, atmospheric, and emotionally charged dive into Marvel’s grimiest shadows, seen through the eyes of the iconic Jessica Jones. Lisa Jewell reinvents superhero storytelling with a mystery that grips like handcuffs and doesn’t let go.

Whether you’re a Marvel fan or a crime fiction addict, this is your next must-read.