It remains to be seen what will be the consequences for June, if indeed there are any.

Emily’s wife tells June that Emily’s “not here” and went back to Gilead to fight.

The writers could have come up with a better reason for her disappearance from the show.

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June seems remarkably okay with her friend going back to fight.

Once Serena goes to work in the Gilead Information Center, the threats from June and Luke escalate.

it’s possible for you to understand their rage and thirst for revenge.

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No one, it seems, has any sympathy for Serena Waterford anymore.

How will Serena handle not being at the pinnacle of society?

How will June handle her new life?

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Esther faces a pretty grim future, but she vows to “make June proud.”

Esther’s relationship with Janine, who she considered a close ally, changes this season.

As always, Moss brings her A-game, with numerous breakdowns, tearful prayers, and vengeance-seeking badass scenes.

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Also of note is Whitford, whose performance as Commander Lawrence is always a treat.

Only the first eight episodes were available for review, leaving the final two up in the air.

KnowingThe Handmaid’s Tale, probably.

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Apparently plenty, like the entire government of Gilead.