Mata Hari has a solid follow-up to the first issue and is one that feels more straightforward than the first, which I definitely enjoyed but had a harder time following aspects of. More of her past is revealed here and it's definitely intriguing to see how it's unfolding and the challenges that she's been facing. I'm definitely enjoying both past and present storylines for her and am really curious about the police captain and what's going on there. What definitely makes this book work, however, is what Ariela Kristantina brings to the page. The flow of it, the nods to some of the design elements of her life, and just the realistic nature of Margaretha's looks throughout her life really has this coming across beautifully. Each piece is coming together well and I'm eager to see what's next and learn more. Read Full Review

Mata Hari #2 is another good read for fans of historical fiction looking for a woman to take the lead. Read Full Review

Ultimately the beauty of Beeby's story so far " and especially evident in this issue " is that you have to be prepared to set aside your reader's impulse to figure out everything. Suspend that habit for a bit and do your best to figure in to the majestic world of the Mata Hari. Read Full Review

Granted, this could all really come together in the following issues, revealing a greater and more solid picture, but thus far this series just isn't quite clicking. Read Full Review