I can’t say exactly why the trio of Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez work so well together,  but honestly their chemistry is magic! We all know that Steve Martin and Martin Short are long-time friends, but who knew that Selena Gomez had such great acting chops in her?? After falling in love with this quirky and eccentric cast and storyline in its first season, I was thrilled to hear the second season was coming out, and it didn’t disappoint! While the second season picks up right where the first left off, with the murder of Bunny and the incarceration of our famous Trio, the pace of this season is slightly different than the last. I don’t actually mind the difference in pace though. We are introduced to new characters, like Lucy, and also get to know some of the other tenants in the apartment complex more intimately than we did in Season 1. The only thing I found odd was that Oscar, Selena’s love interest in season 1, completely disappears with barely a mention in season 2. This of course is to keep her free to explore a new relationship with Alice. It lets us see a “new” side to her character as well as introduce this brand new artsy and mysterious character of Alice, that we are not sure if she is sincere or deranged until the final episode….

I know there are a lot of spoilers out there and I don’t want to do that in this review, BUT I will say that the finale is excellent! It is so well done and clever that I really loved all of the twists right up until the very final moment. So much of this show has to do with clever writing, incredible acting and an eclectic group of people that characterize New York perfectly. We find these flawed and crazy people endearing, and exciting.

Once again the season ends with yet another murder (don’t worry it takes place about a year later), that sets us up for a great Season 3! It’s hard to say who the real star of this show is, because they work so well together. It depicts what it’s like to have a random group of strangers become like family in a lovely way.

I think it’s also beneficial that the episodes are short and intriguing—makes it very bingeworthy and addicting. If you are still on the fence about checking out this fan favorite, I encourage you jump right in! I will caution you against the foul language (I mean they are New Yorkers, so no surprise), and the adult themes. Not appropriate for children of course, but if you are an adult who loves mysteries and comedy it’s perfect!