by Joseph Carlson
New beginnings but old dangers take the second season of this critical darling in new directions. The same cast is here but with a different set of dangers to happen upon. Miss Ives now has to deal with witches. They are pursuing her to the end of the earth for the master the devil.
Mr. Chandler attempts to leave London because of his 'black out spells'. After he helps Miss Ives fight of her attackers though he decides to stay. He also sets up watch ever night.
The good doctor has stayed true to his word and found a mate for his creation. The process was completed in the first episode so now we will see what happens. If the new bride will be repulsed by Mr. Frankenstein and his monster or if she will embrace him.
Sir Malcolm Murray was task with burying his daughter and talking to his wife. They will stay married but live in separate homes. But he comes home and finds Miss Ives in a state and stands by her side.
These people are still friends. We will have to see in the upcoming episodes if their small band of doomed colleagues can take on these new threats or perish. Only time will tell.
Penny Dreadful is now streaming on Netflix.
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