The story becomes more focused as the miniature fugitives make it out of the quarantined neighborhood and find a place of refuge to take a breath, make plans, and learn more about the mysterious Alice. But Japan's military is still in pursuit, intent on covering up all the paranormal events.

Gore fans may be disappointed by the lack of violence this time. Unfortunately, the art takes a strong left turn into fan service territory with an extended sequence of nudity in the middle of the book involving two girls who we are told are 17 and 12 (!!??). Oh, manga, why??? ( )