Far more focused than the last volume. The 2nd volume gives us Violet’s origin story and how she escaped Gather House. She’s far more likable and empathetic this volume and her dialogue doesn’t constantly descend into cursing constantly. We also get a bit intrigue regarding Violet’s mother. Very interested to see the rest of her family explored. Frustratingly, this series can’t keep a consistent artist. The one featured in the second story in the book is very cartoony and doesn’t work for a gritty book like this. Glad I stuck with this series. Interested to see how it resolves with the few issues it has left.