Some reviewers on IMDb have criticized the episode's "camcorder-like" cinematography and clunky execution of the amnesia trope.

After disappearing at the end of Season 3, Cordelia abruptly returns to the lobby of the Hyperion Hotel with a major complication: . She has no memory of her friends, her past as a "Higher Power," or the fact that the world is filled with demons—and that her best friend, Angel, is a vampire.

While isolated from the main group, Wesley continues his dark, complex relationship with Wolfram & Hart’s Lilah Morgan. A moment of intimacy is interrupted when Lilah learns of Cordelia’s return and rushes off, leaving Wesley to realize their "relationship" is built on mutual mistrust. Reviewer Insights

Detail the between this episode and the rest of the season's arc. Provide a list of the best quotes from the episode.

The title is a reference to W.B. Yeats’ poem "The Second Coming," foreshadowing the arrival of the season's primary antagonist, Jasmine.

Critics and fans often view this episode as "all setup," establishing the dark themes of Season 4.