Broken Apart

Broken #1.5

by Elle Mitchell

After his breakup with Ruby, Jake attempts to move on with his life.

Author's Note: This novella tells the end of Broken People from Jake's POV. Unlike Broken People and Broken Reverie, it cannot be read as a standalone and must be read after Broken People.

41 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 1, 2023

About the author

Known as the (mostly benevolent) Queen of Angst, Elle Mitchell writes new adult contemporary romance ranging from shades of grey to morally pitch black with a hint of taboo. A mix of plot and spice, her books follow flawed, relatable characters as they rage against the machine or struggle against the darker parts of humanity and themselves. They’re messy—like real life—and emotional.

She can’t promise that all her books will depict what a healthy relationship should look like at every turn. She rejects purity themes. The best she can do is promise an eventual HEA when it’s all said and done.

When she isn’t reading or writing, it’s unlikely you’ll find her anywhere. She’s probably at home with her family, minding her own business.

Find her on IG and TT: @ellemitchellbooks

Reviews

[Megan McKinley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading the end in his POV..and all his "creepy" tendencies only made me love him more. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[Marisela · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved it

Everything ive read somfar fromm Elle Mitchell i love. Her writing style is addicting and so escquisite. Loved reading it through Jakes point of view. I wouldve still like to know why he did what he did to begin with. But overall lovely.

[Kate Blackwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting little novella detailing Jake's pov after he and Ruby split up, you need to read the first book. In all honesty it didnt add a whole lot, Jake isnt especially likeable imo, he's immature, spoilt and entitled. Ruby deserves so much better.

He treats women badly, was pissed at Ruby for cheating when he cheated first and they broke up, admits he became fixated on her because she rejected him ( a novel experience) and was stalking her. Even after they get back together he puts an alarm on his door to stop her sneaking out, borderline possessive creepy behaviour and when he admits he likes the fact she is damaged and wants her to rely on him that is a red flag there. I dont see him as much better than Alex in all honesty.

Jake needs therapy, not a relationship. I dont know if we are supposed to root for them or not.

[Gwendalyngw · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 0

I really appreciate how this author writes flawed complex characters who often struggle with mental health. Their journeys tend to feel raw and realistic which I always enjoy.

This novella gives Jake’s POV after the events of the previous book and it was interesting to get inside his head. However, I was hoping it would change how I felt about everything that happened before and it didn’t quite do that for me.

It’s a quick read and adds some perspective but I still felt like Jake had more growth to do. Overall, a decent follow up if you’ve already read the first book. 📚✨

[Reading4_Ash · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jake’s POV

This is a quick read and will need to be read after broken people. It’s just Jake’s pov. But it was nice to get inside his head after what we find in book 1. Definitely recommend reading.

[Elle Mitchell]

This one is live today (12/7) on KU. For anyone who loved Ruby and Jake, this is the end of Broken People from Jake’s POV.

[Katie Kellogg · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked seeing the end of Broken People from Jake’s pov. It gave a little more closure, especially with the extra chapter at the end. I hope to see more of Jake and Ruby in Broken Reverie. ❤️

[Travis Peak · Rating 4 out of 5]

More of the same

I was hoping for more but I was happy with the little extra I got of Jake and Ruby. I hope they pop up in the next book.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick glimpse into Jake’s brain and it was exactly the closure my heart needed ❤️👌🏼

[Brenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the end of Jake and Rubys story that I needed. Just a little more detail. I think it would work really well as an extended epilogue to the original book.

[Emily Perryman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too short. I need more from Jake. This book showed he is just as… broken? Damaged? As ruby. I have so ,any questions about their trauma.

[Inthemindofasmut · Rating 4 out of 5]

This isn't a necessary read for the duet, but it does help give insight into the MMC from Broken People.


I loved being able to read this from Jake's POV. It humanized his actions and emotions and meeting his family for me gave you even more insight into him.

[Ｍｉｋｉ ☾ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay thank GOD. I have 4 stars to broken people because I didn’t get SOME closure but this. THIS IS THE CLOSURE LMFAO

[Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is part of a series and you will need to read Broken People first to understand this story.
The series has wonderful characters to follow and will end in a Happily Ever After (HEA)