The present revisited the previous this week, as Margaret labored with true crime podcaster, Lea Luna (Vella Lovell), to resolve a 13 yr previous case that might get Margaret’s wrongfully accused shopper, Antonia Suarez, out of jail. More of Margaret and Todd’s previous was additionally delivered to the forefront, giving viewers perception into the dynamic between the 2 through the time Todd was rising up. Even although the case this week wasn’t new, it was nonetheless crammed with twists and turns, recent with the comedic factor all of us take pleasure in. The addition of Lea to the sleuthing workforce of Todd and Margaret, introduced a enjoyable and new dynamic, as she is mainly a feminine model of Todd, besides rather a lot cooler and rather more put collectively.
The episode begins with Todd actually busting in on Margaret and Lea filming an episode of her podcast, PDX-Files. He is aware of nothing concerning the case, however is straight away struck by Lea and desires in on the investigation. He manages to speak his mom into letting him examine as an alternative of Lyle, citing that despite the fact that Lyle was a part of the unique investigation, Todd would deliver recent eyes to the case. Todd and Lea start by breaking into the condominium the place the sufferer, Riya Chen, died. Todd is happy that he’s lastly discovered somebody who feels the identical rush he does about these conditions, which is famous when Lea asks him to carry her stuff whereas she breaks into the condominium and Todd excitedly replies, “I’ve been waiting my whole life for someone to ask me that.” Todd and Lea make a terrific workforce, particularly as a result of their investigative type is so alike. She even believes in the identical loopy conspiracy theories that he does. Investigating the case permits them to spend so much of time collectively, together with being locked collectively in a basement, the place the assumed killer tried to roast them by cranking the basement warmth. Meanwhile, Margaret and Francey are additionally working to resolve the case. Margaret goes to see the detective that labored the Suarez case, Walsh, and he reveals that he has had the homicide weapon the entire time. The dynamic sleuthing of Margaret, Todd and Lea with the assistance of Francey, Susan and Lyle, leads them to determine the true killer, novelist Evelyn Wilder, proving that Antonia Suarez is harmless. Margaret confronts Evelyn throughout a e book signing, the place she reveals her to be the killer. Suarez is launched from jail and has her conviction overturned. It was nice to see Francey tackle a extra central function this episode, particularly turning into a help system and buddy for Margaret, contemplating how lonely she has been since Harry left.
The episode additionally unraveled a number of the historical past between Todd and Margaret, and revealed that Todd is carrying hurtful reminiscences which have contributed to him being the individual he’s at present. During the investigation, Todd reveals to Lea that his mother missed his 18th birthday, and wasn’t there for him when he began school. Margaret denies this, however it’s clear that she was so wrapped up in her profession on the time, that she didn’t even understand how a lot of an absentee mom she was being. Margaret spends a lot time coming down on Todd for being a disappointment, however this realization has made it clear to her that she additionally performed a job within the individual Todd has turned out to be. As a lot as we like to see Margaret and Todd bicker, we additionally adore seeing the gentle moments between them, perhaps much more. Margaret makes an attempt to make issues as much as Todd with an 18th birthday cake made together with his favorite frosting from his favorite place, with out him even anticipating or asking for this atonement. Todd lovingly tells her he’s actually proud that he’s her son. As a lot as Todd will get below Margaret’s pores and skin, these two love one another and in any case, isn’t that what household is all about?
That brings us to Susan. Although the writers have made it apparent that there’s nonetheless a spark between her and Todd, no progress has been made to push that arc ahead. Susan is a supporting character at greatest, however she hasn’t been developed sufficient for us to need to root for her. She sees the way in which Todd seems to be at Lea and it’s apparent that she’s jealous, however she realizes the place she’s in, engaged to a different man, and provides Todd recommendation on ask Lea out on a date. The chemistry that Todd and Lea construct all through the episode is greater than he and Susan have constructed all season to this point. Perhaps Lea would be the factor that causes Susan to comprehend her emotions for Todd and act on them. It’s tough to say, however Todd requested Lea out and though she’s leaving for a couple of weeks to analyze for her subsequent podcast, she’s all in. It will probably be fascinating to see how this performs out.
This was one more nice episode for the collection, because the writers proceed to offer viewers with what they need to see, which is at all times a recipe for achievement. Next week, Todd and Allison’s notorious brother Lawrence lastly makes an look. It will probably be nice to see what he provides to the Wright household dynamic and how much function he may have on the present. What did you consider the episode? What have been your ideas on Lea? Do you hope to see her in a recurring function? Share your ideas within the remark field under or have interaction with me on Twitter @ms_c_almeida.