The most striking thing about the second volume of Spider-Woman is Maleev’s art. It looks really amazing and is simply the highlight of this issue. The story begins with Jessica Drew finding herself in a Madripoor prison with grim and blurred surroundings. However, Maleev has a stunning job with the lights in this issue. The multi faceted artist has also taken this opportunity to show his skills with shadows and darkness in this issue imprisoning the mood and feel of the edition. The panel structures have also been given a personal feel.

The transformations from black panels which reflect the conscious state of Jessica to the pages that structure around her face are noteworthy. You also do not find any of the irritating self loathing that was present in the earlier issue and the series continues with its high personal feel and highly self conscious narration. The bright part of the issue is the sequence of chase between Bendis and Maleev which is quite thrilling. Jessica though seems a little uncomfortable with the powers that she uses to con different men and it is sort of a narrative achievement dealing with is part.

The art of this issue is below par and in no way matches the standard set by the previous issue. It also lacks the use of particular colors; larger images and use of the weather that made the first issue stand out from the crowd. This brings the level down a notch. However, it would be fair to say that the average rating of this issue may have a lot to do with the excellent work that was evident in the first issue.