True Blood Season 2: What Did You Think of Episode 11?

val September 8, 2009 at 6:21 pm

Actually I just read in about 3 different reviews that Alex is dating Evan Rachel Ward! It said they had tried to keep it hush hush to keep the Paps from bugging them,but she came down to Louisana to be with him while he was filming “straw dogs”! I have to say I think she is a good actress but she has just dumped Shane West and has been on/off with Marilyn Manson,so I think HE could do much better(who knows WHERE Marilyn Manson has been!)Yuck!!

Kris September 8, 2009 at 1:03 pm

Eric is the sheriff of area 5, in order for Bill to come live and do business in his area Bill had to get approval from Eric. Since the Queen sent Bill to Bon Temp to do work for her (acquire Sookie), she may have had a hand in getting Eric’s approval. With this said, Eric is going to know what happens in his area. So the information about Sookie first drinking Bill’s blood could have come from the Queen herself, or an informant. And the person in the woods was most likely the dog version of Sam.

Jaxx September 6, 2009 at 9:44 pm

Remember also, Bill was with Lorena for a very long time before they parted. I think, in the book, when 2 vampires are together too long it is a power struggle, if I remember correctly. Two vampires can be together just not forever.

Missyella September 6, 2009 at 4:16 pm

Hi Debbie,

In the Books, it is quite frowned upon to have a sexual relationship with another Vampire, but Sophie being the Queen can obviously do what she wants.

Hopefully in the clips we saw Eric is please God playing with, humouring her, but he is 1,000 years to her 1,100, so may be not!!!!!!!

Missyella September 6, 2009 at 4:04 pm

Sandra, you are right it was the second night. How did we all miss this fact????

Was Eric playing mind games with Bill??

Debbie, Alexander is currently single, things are happening workwise and he has said he does not have the time.

I suppose when it happens it will.

Get behind me as I am head of the queue lol!!!!!!

I am not sure of a type for him, but as he is Scandanavian they are usually more open minded to all sorts of relationships.

As an Afro-Caribbean Londoner, I know because I have had relationships with European Men, in fact my Husband is Anglo-French.

Jaxx September 6, 2009 at 11:23 am

Sandra, you are right, Eric did say it was the first night. I didn’t catch that right away. thanks.

Hopefully, we will get answers to these questions next season. It’s going to be a long 9 months.

sandra September 6, 2009 at 10:56 am

In that case, Eric’s reference to Sookie drinking Bill’s blood the first night Bill met Sookie was incorrect. I thought it was wrong when I heard it in this last episode.
Considering how experienced the Rattrees were at draining blood, it seems Eric would have known about them. Unfortunately, we’re probably not going to get any answers to our speculations until two/three episodes into next season.

Jaxx September 6, 2009 at 9:54 am

Sandra, Sookie was attacked the next night because Bill came into the bar again to thank her for her help and Sookie asked him to meet her after the bar closes to talk about the DOTGD.

Still, all the characters were there as in the first night, Sookie, Bill, Rattrays and Sam. Still think now that the Rattrays were reporting to Eric. If they were draining and selling V themselves, they would be living in a mansion, not their trailer. I’m thinking there had to be some connection to Eric or the Queen.

Jaxx September 6, 2009 at 9:47 am

Ashton, Sookie’s cousin Hadley is mentioned briefly in, I think, book 1. You don’t learn about her until book 5 or 6. If you’re on book 4, you will learn about Hadley soon. You didn’t miss anything in the episodes. She was also briefly mentioned in Season 1. To sum it up, Hadley left home at a young age, she was wild and into drugs, she is bisexual and the Queen’s love interest. There is more but I don’t want to give too much away since you will be reading it soon.

AdoreBill September 6, 2009 at 9:39 am

Hi Sandra,

You are correct. The first night Sookie meets Bill she saves his life, goes home and tells her grandmother that a vampire came into the bar that night. I still remember grams saying “did he bite anyone” with excitement and glee. Later that night Sookie dreams about Bill standing outside her bedroom window, runs outside and Bill starts to undress and Sookie thinks they are going to have sex.

It is the next night after her shift ends that she is attacked by the Rattrays and Bill saves her life by making her drink his blood because if she hadn’t she would have surely died.

Debbie September 6, 2009 at 7:05 am

Can someone tell me is Alexander Skarsgard seeing someone? I have seen him with pictures of nice looking women, but I wonder if they are just fans, someone special in his life. It sure would be interesting to know the type he likes in real life.

Sandra September 6, 2009 at 5:47 am

Okay…I need clarification from someone. I thought Sookie was attacked on the second night after she met Bill, not the first night. Didn’t she go home and speak with her grandmother, who asked her to inquire if Bill would speak to the DOTGD Society?

Sandra September 6, 2009 at 2:31 am

Frankly, I’m not sure Eric could refuse her, even if he wanted. Ashton is right, her serious side, when she insisted that Bill stay, was very interesting and nicely understated.

Debbie September 6, 2009 at 12:55 am

The Queen said that she hasn’t had sex with a man since Eisenhower, however Eric is a Vampire. So even if she has sex with Eric she still hasn’t have had sex with a man.

ashton September 6, 2009 at 12:36 am

i am so confused abt sookie’s cousin?? could someone pls explain to me why she is with the queen?? I thought that I had seen every episode..but have i missed something? Bill acted like he knew she would be there. Neways abt ERW..I agree. I see how she is playing on the whole old hollywood thing. She was just TOO relaxed though. I am curious about her powerful side. I have read only 4 books but I can see in the next episode her and eric are hooking up..or close to it. Which is funny because she made it so clear that she hadn’t enjoyed sex with a man in foreverrrrr. lol. Eric would be worth testing that belief though 🙂

Sandra September 5, 2009 at 11:57 pm

Jaxx and Missyella, thanks for your observations about the chain around Rattree’s neck in the first episode. I thought it was a bit too convenient to incapacitate him with one throw. It makes sense that the Rattrees could have been working for Eric. However, if it were Eric helping Bill and Sookie that night, Bill should have known it…just as he recognized the dog as a shifter. In fact, Sam knows about Sookie’s uniqueness too, based on his conversation with Bill when Gran died.

Still, Eric may have been toying with Bill, making him think he didn’t know Sookie’s identity. Now, of course, Eric probably knows all after bonding himself to Sookie. I think that the queen probably sent Bill to win Sookie (in AB’s storyline) because Bill had enough humanity to draw out Sookie and win her love and loyalty. Eric would have repulsed Sookie immediately (as he did) with his cynicism. (The goodness in Sookie is probably another trait of a fairy.)

Jaxx September 5, 2009 at 5:09 pm

Missyella, good revelation. I didn’t think of that. I do remember Denise Rattray saying, they could get $10,000 for the blood they were collecting from Bill while they were draining him. Who else could pay that much for it? Eric, a wealthy business owner or perhaps the Queen??? Maybe the Rattrays were reporting to Eric and they saw Bill give Sookie blood to save her. Remember the Rattrays died a couple of episodes later in the “tornado”. Plenty of time for the Rattrays to report back to Eric or the Queen. Hmmm. Hope some of these questions will be answered next Sunday. They did go back to Season 1 for the Maryann/Tara story. We’ll have to see.

Missyella September 5, 2009 at 2:55 pm

Jaxx, I have just watched it and read the caption, my God you are right the Chain was being pulled tighter around Mac’s Neck by an unseen force/entity. Whooo creepy!!

Who knows what AB will do with some of the Book scenes, Charlaine Harris has said she is enjoying the changes AB has made, because they are a revelation to her as well.

I don’t think it was Maryann, remember what she said to Tara, that she was summoned by her when she had the fake exorcism with Miss Jeanette and these events that happened, took place before Tara decided she had a Demon in her.

Regarding Eric being Sheriff of Area 5, I think you are right and the Queen should have told him of her plans, re Sookie and Bill. Maybe next Sunday all will be revealed, I for one cannot wait!!!!

Now that Bill knows that Eric is peddling V, via Lafayette, do you think Eric was using the Rattrays for the same reason, questions, questions???

Jaxx September 5, 2009 at 1:35 pm

Missyella, Once again, I know where not supposed to be comparing to the books but do you remember in one of the later books, Eric was upset because the queen went over his head with the Bill/Sookie thing? Not sure if the series will follow that or not. You’ve got to think that Eric being the Sheriff of Area 5 that the queen would have told him her master plan with Bill since he would be in his area now(if this is how AB will play it out), but then again maybe not. That is the only reason they go to Mississippi next season, someone goes missing (don’t want to spoil it for anyone). If Bill met with the queen for that mission, then he must have met Hadley before. That’s why Bill doesn’t want Sookie and Hadley to see each other. Hadley knows the truth of what’s going on.

Check this out on You Tube: True Blood “Extras” Promo for Season 1 Blu Ray. Read the caption at the end of the video. This is one of the ones I was talking about. I’ll see if I can find the other one.

Missyella September 5, 2009 at 12:20 pm

Hi Jaxx, you have now made me wonder about that episode, I am going to try and see if that trailer is available on You Tube. M

It is a mystery, we do know in one of the Books Eric was hovering outside Sookie’s Hospital room Window, when she was badly injured.

But having said that it would appear that Bill knew/knows Hadley, remember when he told her it was best to stay away when she asked after Sookie and Gran and did not tell her that Gran was dead.

Would the Queen have told Eric that Bill I think, was on a mission to find Sookie?? And that he had succeeded and why would he not have known that they were “bleeders”, surely when he went outside with them, he MUST have known what they were going to do to him. Afterall Vamps are supposed to be aware!!!

The Rattray’s beating was some kind of hideous bonus for Bill in a horribble way, thus allowing him to give Sookie his Blood and start the blood connection?

I wondered about the Chain around the male Rattray’s Neck, I did wonder where Sookie learnt to throw like that, bearing in mind her tiny stature. Could it have been Eric, we know how fast Vampires can be!! Or as you say the fairy power not yet tapped???

Jaxx September 5, 2009 at 11:23 am

Sandara, good speculation and observation. It does make sense and I’m glad you could breakdown in simple terms what the Queen was saying, I couldn’t quite grasp what she was getting at. That scene was too distracting.

Missyella, I wondered that myself about how Eric knew about the blood exchange between Sookie and Bill in the first season. Either Eric could see that in Sookie’s mind since she has had his blood now or Bill was being monitored by someone. You are right Eric could have flown by, if Eric was in on it at all. We don’t quite know yet in the show what the relationship between the Queen and Eric is but I think we’ll find out the extent next week. (If it follows the books, we know what it is. Don’t want to spoil for anyone that hasn’t read the books.)

Another question, does anyone remember way back in some of the original trailers for this pilot? I seem to remember a specific trailer when Bill was with the Rattrays, he looked into the woods at something/someone, a shadowy figure. That was only one trailer and they never incorporated this into the show. Could it have been Eric? Maryann?? I think I found this trailer on YouTube but I haven’t searched for it in a while. I also seem to remember there was a great force that Sookie had with the Rattrays and the chain around his neck. Almost like if someone helped her. Was it Sookie’s fairy power? Was someone there helping her? Eric perhaps??? I hope this will be further explored in the next season. Any speculations?

Holly September 5, 2009 at 9:44 am

I totally agree with all comments regarding ERWs portrayal of the Queen. Shes seems almost like a caricature of her real self. I have to admit i originally did not warm up to the Stephen Moyer casting of Bill Compton and BOY WAS I WRONG. lets hope I am wrong on this as well and Ms. Wood warms up to us all. PS MORE LAFAYETTE!!!

Missyella September 5, 2009 at 7:09 am

Sandra,

i think you are right, distraction on the part of the Maenad, just enough fo Bill, Eric, Sookie, whomever to do the deed, please God. I am still puzzled by the Egg in what became Sookie’s Bedroom, what is it? What does it symbolise?

Am still not happy about the casting of ERW, hope her character improves for season 3, I found get too flighty and playful for someone who is meant to be wise, with centuries of pearls of wisdom to convey.

Can someone tell me how Eric would have known about Bill giving Sookie his Blood the first time they met, after the Rattray’s beating of her??

Was he flying over Merlottes at the time and witnessed the scene himself?? Hopefully this will be addressed in Season 3.

Sandra September 5, 2009 at 6:03 am

Actually, the queen did tell how one could kill the creature. She said that in the moment during the sacrifice ceremony (on a shifter, for example), the creature becomes vulnerable to being killed. Although it is immortal, it seek “oblivion.” Therefore, its mind creates the reality of death as it had created the reality of immortality.

Bill is smart about bringing Sam to the maenad so that she will allow him to stay during the ceremony. In that way, Bill is ready to kill her at the right moment. This is not a spoiler, just my speculation on the final episode for this season.

antonio September 5, 2009 at 3:33 am

I was somewhat disappointed with the queen Sophie scenes. It seemed like a huge waste of Bill’s time! I expected her to be ruthless and perhaps even monstrous. She was NO help! He went there to see her for 1 reason how to ged rid of Maryanne! All she was interested in was playing yahtzee and offering Bill sex and bloodfeeding. What a waste! As for Tara I knew there was no way she could defeat Maryanne! I think the end was really cool though! Now Bill is gonna coerce Sam to be part of her goofy ritual so he can take her down??

Kristy September 4, 2009 at 4:44 pm

Jaxx, I agree with you completely on all your points. My earlier comments echoed the same concerns about Evan Rachel Wood’s acting, the portrayal of the queen and the writing for her part. The comments are very much meant to be constructive because we love the show and we want it to continue to be top notch. I don’t often reply online with my comments, but the whole queen issue prompted me to write. I fear that the queen problems could fatefully snowball in to upcoming seasons and turn away a lot of people – unfortunately myself included. The consensus that I have been reading in not only this site but on several others is that a lot of people have the same concerns about ERW and some of the writing and future of the character. True Blood writers, please review and at least have an open mind about what is being said by a good part of your fan base.

Jaxx September 4, 2009 at 1:10 pm

I agree. During the break in between seasons, AB, the writers and ERW, need to re-evaluate how the Queen should be portrayed. The part was overacted. I had to re-watch that part a couple of times and I still don’t think I really know much more than I knew before about maenads or how to get rid of them. Too confusing to follow. And while I understand that the Queen is bi-sexual, there was too much distraction there with her wanting all the males to get it on at some point. WE KNOW, WE GET IT, SHE LIKES TO SEE TW0 MEN TOGETHER, enough already. I felt uncomfortable trying to watch Bill squirm out of there. (As an aside, kudos on Bill’s new look. He looked hotter than in previously episodes this season. Stick with this look.)

I know these blogs are being monitored by HBO/True Blood people. We, the audience, also want the show to be the best it can be. You need to do a little tweeking for Season 3. We all want a good season and want Seasons 4, 5, 6, etc. Please take these criticisms constructively as I know this is a group effort and we shouldn’t be blaming just one person.

Looking forward to meeting the were community, Alcide, Debbie as well as our regulars. Alex, love ya.

Jenny September 4, 2009 at 12:50 pm

Kristy – I agree 100% with your feedback. I too was open to the debut of ERW as Queen Sophie-Ann (even though I am not a huge fan of ERW). I kept an open mind and also knew that already looking at her character photos, she was not the image that the books portray. I found her dialogue too verbose, too forced. I put that on the writer(s). When she was explaining what she knew of the manaed it was VERY confusing. Then with all the moving around, head tilting – my eyes were bobbing in my head. Ugh. Recovery from this could be tricky for the show…I hear she has a larger part in next season and my hope is that that actress as well as the writers find a more comfortable place. It was a bit painful.

I just want to take a minute and give a honk-honk to Bill! I just don’t see him getting enough love; and THANK GOODNESS to the make-up crew for finally getting an even dead look for him – it just makes the difference.

Finally – EGG. WHAT. THE. F*CK.

Maryann, please find the god who comes already – I’m yawning.
Lafayette, how could you?

and for the weirdest comment I heard about the show:

“When Bill went to see Sam – when he landed he was a bat”

Um – NO.

pbartteacher September 3, 2009 at 5:02 pm

That was a good line too. There are so many in an episode that I usually try to limit myself to only 10. Actually usually have a list of about 20 after an episode. Feel free add your favorites. These are IMO fav lines.

Missyella September 3, 2009 at 4:14 pm

Neonskyq1, I think that Pam Grier would have made a better Queen Sofie than ERW, even Monica Belluci!!!! ERW looked too young and only wanted to play, not serious enough for me bearing in mind her supposed stature as THE QUEEN and her age!!!!!!!!!!!

Missyella September 3, 2009 at 4:10 pm

PBart, you forgot the line from Mike, how could you let/have a dead pecker inside you!!!!!!!!!!!!! If I remember the words correctly??

Debbie September 3, 2009 at 12:48 am

I have watched each episode of True Blood, and already I am upset that the season is coming to an end…I don’t see how they can bring even a few things to a close, much less all of the things that have been happening. But one thing I do want to talk about is Evan Rachel Wood — is a good actress in some of the things that she has been in, but somewhere a terrible thing happened and that is her being cast as the Queen of LA. Queen Sophie is suppose to be insane, thousand of years old…and while I understand that she may have her own agenda for what she does and doesn’t want to happen, she didn’t come across that way…more like a young child that wanted someone to play with her…and if you got up to leave, she will tell you a secret of seeing Momma kiss the next door neighbor. They say that Vampires loose their humanity after time, well she has her humanity and all her human failings firmly intact. Evan Rachel Wood came across as a lonesome individual, who just wants someone to play with her…I hope that in up coming episodes she will improve and they make her a true vampire queen and not a little old lady waiting for meals on wheels.

Kristy September 2, 2009 at 11:53 pm

True Blood has been consistently brilliant all season, but episode 11 was a big stumble. With all the great strides in the past few episodes (with the character development of Sookie, Bill, Eric and Tara) – episode 11 seemed like everyone took a character development step backwards. Gone was the resonance of Godric’s sacrifice and loss and its impact on Eric and Sookie. Too bad indeed.

I initially had some welcome interest in Evan Rachel Wood portraying Queen Sophie-Anne, but I found her scenes to be very lagging and, dare I say, somewhat irritating. I don’t think I can totally blame her though – her dialogue was confusing, much too wordy and I found her overacting her lines in a weak attempt to be very clever and captivating. Bottom line: it didn’t play! She actually came off very campy. I really didn’t find anything queen-like about her. Her rapid line delivery, her distractingly fidgety-twitching movements made it impossible to follow what she was saying. I actually had to look away from the TV, and her image, and listen to the lines so I could understand them! Very disappointing – too much hype and then a major let down. My only hope is that in the upcoming 3rd season that maybe this role is minimized. Actually, that would make the Queen more mysterious when alluded too instead of seen. Any thoughts, show writers??

Absolutely loved Jason! I really look forward to seeing him on screen. He and Andy are a hysterical duo and mark my words – I am sure in some way these two lovable bozos will save the day for Bon Temps!

I am sad the season is winding down but I am glad the Maryann piece is hopefully coming to an end. I love Michelle Forbes and I thank her in part for adding to an already wonderful season but the story line has run out.

Sam and Lafayette were their usual solid selves. Sam Trammell and Nelsan Ellis can sell the hell out of every scene that they are in. Alexander Skarsgard was also his usual brilliant self. He never disappoints and his scenes are always the highlight of the episodes. He has really stepped into his character flawlessly, yet leaving room to grow. Even when he is eyeing small children as hors d’oeuvres and I am having an internal dialogue with myself saying – Don’t eat the children! – I still love him. Alexander Skarsgard, you are amazing!

Finally, let’s talk about the elephant – or shall I say egg in the room. What on Earth was that about? Help needed here as I am at a total loss.

neonskyq1 September 2, 2009 at 7:56 pm

1. Eric can fly Read the BOOK!!!

2. i was so hyped about ERW being THE QUeeN

3.Then SHe was so dissapointing
and BORING i even YAWNed in the end

Queen Sophie Anne Desurved a better Premiere than That Crapy
Begginners ACTING sKills of ERW

pbartteacher September 2, 2009 at 7:43 pm

Enjoy Best Quotes: Frenzy

10-Less that two hours until dawn. Shall we have sex? Kidding. I haven’t had sex with men since the Eisenhower administration.-Queen Sophie Anne

9-We need weapons and lots of them……… Sometimes you need to destroy something before you save it. That’s in the bible or the constitution.-Jason

8-Stackhouse this is a serious operation here. It’s not about you getting your pole wet.-Andy

7-You f****** morons. EEEEEEEEEEEE. Get out. Must I do everything myself. Maryann

6-Rosie I have never taken advantage of anyone when they were f***** up……She was fine when we started.-Jason

5-What have you got? MDA pharmaceutical grade. Got any oxy? Drugs are for losers baby. It’ll make sex real nice. Give me…….Hear chicky, chicky, chicky. Terry, Lafayette and Arlene

4-Actually I do. I work out like a mother f***** and watch a lot of porn to learn things.-Jason

3-Mike enough of the foreplay. Let’s just do it. One condition, I’m on top. Fine by me, better for my back anyway.-Mike Spencer and Sookie

2-Oh come on Pam, they are funny. They are like humans but miniature. Teacup humans.-Eric

1-This alpha male posturing. The two of you really should f*** each other and get it over with. I could watch. –Queen Sophie Anne

Jaxx September 2, 2009 at 6:56 pm

I agree, Alex’s hair without all that gel is very appealing, like when they did the dream scene with him and Sookie, I loved his hair in that scene too.

Eric does kiss the Queen, but if you really look at his expression, it almost looks surprised. Hopefully a lot of questions will be answered in the finale, but I’m guessing for every question answered, there will be new ones posed for Season 3. What are they thinking making us wait 9 whole months. lol

Nia September 2, 2009 at 6:22 pm

Poor Lisa and Kobe, they could have become Erics snack in a teacup. And scaring them with his fangs, shame on him.
I agree, for the finale, whats the deal with Eric and the queen? She said she has not had sex with a male since the Eisenhower era. Maybe she and Eric wiil be cutting a deal or something. And Bill was totally not interested in her, nor she with him.

Missyella September 2, 2009 at 6:01 pm

I thought the actors playing Arlen’s “Teacup People” children were so cute, and Pam’s dimissal of them was a joy to behold.

I also loved Eric’s smile as he left Fangtasia with Sam, now there was a man certain of his stature!!

I also loved the scene where Eric and Bill confront (each other only slightly), outside the Queen’s House and the way Eric just nonchalantly, place his loose Hair behind his Ears after asking Bill about Sookie.

It was good to see Alex’ Eric’s Hair loose like that without the Gel.

Roll on the 13th, have just seen the clips and it was what the!!!!!! What is Eric doing with that Woman?? Yes I know she is the Queen, but please tell us he is not going to do the “dirty” with her, I would have thought that was more Bill’s bag!!

Brandi September 2, 2009 at 5:38 pm

Since they got back to Bon Temps, some of the best scenes have been Maxine. She is doing a fabolous portrayal. Her actions and words make my heart ache for Hoyt.

Brandi September 2, 2009 at 5:35 pm

LOL, Completely Agree!!

Brandi September 2, 2009 at 5:34 pm

Yeah, Eric does fly in the latter books. He uses his ability in numerous occassions to aide people, be romantic, and other endeavors.

jaxx September 2, 2009 at 10:28 am

I second that. She was awesome. Made me laugh and Bill’s expression was priceless.

Valerie September 2, 2009 at 8:59 am

Yes actually Eric does fly. I also know we aren’t referencing the books here but he does in the book. In the 3rd one to be exact, maybe more after that but I am currently working on the 4th book so I don’t really know.

Sandra September 2, 2009 at 7:36 am

I just want to give special mention to Dale Raoul’s (Maxine)performance. She was wonderful!

Nancy September 2, 2009 at 12:17 am

I’m with you Jaxx. I also did not like ERW in the role as Queen Sophie-Anne. I would picture someone more like Rose McGowan, or maybe even Parker Posey in the role for the series. I think they would be more interesting, and have more of an attractive and commanding presence than ERW could ever have on a good day. ERW stands out a bad casting decision for TB.

pam September 1, 2009 at 8:51 pm

I agree with some of this comments.Bill is becoming to human he needs to get some vampire back in him there has not been any hot love scenes with him and sookie and he has no fighting power in him anymore.sundays epiosode was kinda of boring there was to much tara.even Eric was boring this weekend come on guys get it together.Jason was more himself which was cool.

Nia September 1, 2009 at 8:26 pm

Thanks Val, thats what we need to hear. Everybody enjoying themselves and this incredible show!!!!!!

Val September 1, 2009 at 7:03 pm

Hey I have to agree with you there-I was thinking ,how come Sookie is now “ruled by Eric and Lafayette(who had A LOT more blood wasn’t! I am continually amazed by Nelson Ellis’s acting talents! He seemed SO TERRIFIED by Eric’s eeriy take-over of Tara’s mother(Eric in a dress-haha)that my jaw dropped!! I felt actually sorry for him that he now has Eric in his head when he has seen so many horrible things concerning him. Of course now he has MARYANN in his head-poor guy!!!

Val September 1, 2009 at 6:51 pm

Hey didn’t mean to cause so much “negativity” here! We ALL have our own unique takes on each episode-which,I think,is why trueBlood is such a screaming sucess! We all just love it- books or no books.I just happen to love Eric and get defensive when his image changes! I LOVE this show no matter what twists and turns it takes and will watch it for as long it airs. By the way-this wasn’t one of my favorite episodes,but i’m intrigued by the EGG!!

Nia September 1, 2009 at 6:03 pm

Jaxx, I am really glad you feel that way. It is good to have different opinions. If we all thought the same, how boring would that be?
The important thing is to stay positive towards the show. We should all be united on the “Team True Blood” front. It is a team effort for the writers, directors and especially the actors who work so hard to bring us the best adult entertainment on tv.
Team True Blood!

Missyella September 1, 2009 at 6:02 pm

So am I Jaxx, so am I!!!!! It will be intersting to see how season 3 will play out and I have high hopes that Allan will do us proud!

I know I am going to be pining until next year, why so long a wait??

Missyella September 1, 2009 at 5:55 pm

Yes I know this site is primarily based on the TV series, not so much the Books, you can have change for change sakes, but when you lose the core/essence of a character, I think you are being short changed.

Yes we know there are those people, who would relish a Sookie and Bill happy ever after, but I for one am hoping that Allan Ball, does a 360. and makes Eric’s chararcter more like it is in the Book.

Is that asking too much?????

Jaxx September 1, 2009 at 5:55 pm

Thank you Missyella. I totally agree with you and that’s what I was trying to convey in my earlier comments also. I agree, do not change the main character’s personalities as they become unrecognizable to some of us. There is a huge following for us book readers. Still looking forward to Season 3 and HotShot and the were’s and Debbie Pelt and Alcide. 🙂

Jaxx September 1, 2009 at 5:49 pm

I’ve read and seen a lot of AB’s interviews. Core of the story was mentioned at least a couple of times. No matter what, I will still watch it at least one more season. I just hope AB’s changes will still keep me interested in the storyline, especially if they are going to Mississippi next season, which was already mentioned at ComicCon. I can’t imagine the storyline much different considering all that happens there and the new characters we will meet in HotShot, but it’s AB’s baby now and we’ll see what he does with it. Even SM admitted they can’t just have a story with Sookie and Bill forever, it would be too boring.

I, for one, am loyal to the books. I think this is where we differ, but different opinions make the world go around and without them, life would be boring. Enjoy the series and so will I. 🙂

Missyella September 1, 2009 at 5:47 pm

I am laughing at the comments about ERW, I thought the episode was okayish, but what are they doing to my man Eric?????? He should ne be pining, pining is for wimps etc and as we all know, he is not one of them

I was soo disapointed by the Tara scenes, never have I been so angry about someone who is strong, being so stoopid!!!!!!! Please God maryann MUST GO and go now, I cannot take more of this storyline.

I think the time has come to introduce the Warewolfs and to cause some serious damage to so may stupid people.

please Allan we are not asking for you to film the series like the Books verbatum, but please do not change the main characters so much, that you then fail to recognise them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

truebloodfan1 September 1, 2009 at 4:30 pm

The kids that play Arlenes children have better acting abilities than ERW. She was a huge letdown as the queen. Very poor casting choice there.

Nia September 1, 2009 at 2:34 pm

Jaxx,
This was not my favorite episode either. But they can’t all be my favorite.
As to the show being based on the CORE of the books, I have never read anywhere that the show was being made with the CORE in mind. Alan B. has said that the show is only based loosely on the books. So where does Alan Ball draw the line? The actors themselves (Alexander included) said that the show should be different. Can we not all just enjoy the show without all the negativity when it doesn’t go exactly where some want it to go? Even Charlaine H. has said she has enjoyed the changes and the show. I love this show and will continue to support it no matter what happens.
By the way I read all the books last year in October and I still prefer the show. Just my opinion.

Nia September 1, 2009 at 1:51 pm

Abbey, everything you said I feel and have also thought. Excellant view on the episode.
First of all I want Maryanne done with. But it is interesting how EVERYONE will be involved with her hopeful demise. I am hoping that Bill and Sam will be working together and have a plan (I always hoped that one day they would become friends). Yes, and whats with the egg? Its funny but it brings to mind the conversation Jason had with Andy about if Sam turned into a chicken and layed an egg….too funny.
Well it seems Eric did not learn anything from Godric in the end. He is still the same self centered vamp. He showed off his lack of humanity first when still trying to get Sookie even though he knows she loves Bill and visa versa. Second we also find out that he has fed on children, and still thinks of them as delicious, thats not bad thats just disgusting. I still remember warmly when Bill was helping Sookie babysit and when asked to show HIS fangs, put cookies in his mouth and made everyone laugh. Perhaps if Eric were in touch with Godric more these last years, Godrics ideals would have rubbed off. Its surprising that although Eric has great love for Godric, he had not seen him in at least 70 years. Perhaps we are seeing the worst of Eric now, but he may change if he has a relationship with Sookie. But so far he is the same. As for how he was in the dreams, that was not the real Eric, just Sookies interpretation of what she would want it to be. Sweet and loving like with Bill.
I did not like ERW at all as the queen. She was like a spoiled child. But then again so is most royalty. I was just hoping for something more regal and serious. It became too comical. Poor Bill having to put up with Eric, Lorena and now this queen.
There is more than meets the eye though between The queen, Bill and Eric. Hopefully we will see some of it in the finale.
All in all not my favorite episode, but it paved the way for more drama and intrigue. Looking forward to the finale and more seasons to come.
Lastly, I would like to see less posts of the comparisons between the books and the show. The show was never meant to be exactly the same as the books. This has been said many times yet there are still negative comments when the show is not the same. Can’t we pretend that there were no books and just enjoy the show for the wonderful entertainment that it is.
Thanks to Alan Ball, HBO, and the amazing cast for all they bring us!

Jaxx September 1, 2009 at 1:38 pm

Nia, in reply to your question, then I guess I did not like this episode very much.

The series is supposed to be based on the CORE of the books, otherwise, they would have nothing to draw from. I don’t mind if Alan Ball wants to change some minor details, or minor characters or storylines. The best thing he did was to keep Lafayette’s character alive.

I’m only saying that he shouldn’t change the personalities of the major players. That’s what the CORE of the book is, the heart of the story. Sophie Ann should have been portrayed differently. Bill and Eric are two distinct characters and if their personalities are changed, it will severely impact the storeline for the future. Changing minor situations or characters or adding tangent storylines is ok, but not for the major players. I understand that Bill is popular but if this is to be based on the CORE of the story, then Alan Ball has to stick to their original personalities or he may as well throw the books out and just make up the rest of the series.

And, I do love this show and some of the differences, just try to keep to the true essence of the story and their personalities.

Lynn September 1, 2009 at 1:16 pm

Haha, you said it, Desferatu! I know we aren’t supposed to reference the books much, (but) in Charlaine Harris’ world of Vampires, the really old ones get mixed up on times and places. After you’ve been around for a few hundred years beyond the industrial revolution, I would suppose it would feel like right after she got turned.
I for one, am sick of Terry and Arlene. They can go back to being normal, they were more interesting that way.
This was not my favorite episode. I watched it twice, to give it another chance, and still didn’t like that. Hopefully, we’ll get a nice long 2 hour finale (I know, I’m a dreamer) and lots of resolution. As for losing viewers, I don’t see that happening now. Maybe next season, but not this one.
I have hope! This next season will be better, and maybe the finale will be the best yet.

Kim September 1, 2009 at 1:11 pm

I know the show is BASED on the books but the books have a HUGE following (before True Blood ever aired). That being said, Alan Ball would have to be a fool not to include the relationship with Eric and Sookie knowing that’s what makes the books great! He would seriously be disappointing legions of fans by keeping Bill and Sookie together and making Eric this creepy jerk. If the only reason they are changing that part of the story is because “Anna & Stephen” are actually in a relationship….then they just lost one viewer.

con September 1, 2009 at 12:49 pm

Eric can sense Sookie’s feelings so he knows she’s not really in any danger, just frustrated mostly.

I don’t think the series is treating Eric badly. I think the writers and Alex got him spot on the conniving part, maybe I just see him more as bad-ass kind of guy from the books than you all did. No need for “evolution” with Eric, he’s fine (yummy-fine) the way he is. But the writers need stop with the Sookie whining. We don’t want Eric to turn boring like Bill. And frankly, it’s kind of annoying to see your favourite male character pining after a female character that you don’t like very much yourself.

Desferatu September 1, 2009 at 11:55 am

I agree with everyone else, enough of the maenad already! WTF? This is primarily a show about vampires and they make almost a good half of the entire second season about some obscure greek mystery religion and it’s followers? They got way off on a tangent here.
I’m also not impressed by ERW, sorry. To further confuse the issue, the line she delivered about humans being contaminated right after the industrial revolution, I listened to that twice, and I could’ve sworn she was saying she was turned right before that. How could a Queen be younger than Bill?? (I saw above that she is 1100 years old, but you’d never know that from just the episode) I just didn’t buy her as a queen. And I don’t like the way they’re portraying Eric lately either.
Lastly, I’ve had enough of Jason Stackhouse and his stupidity. Now it’s getting cartoonishly silly and just over the top. We get the joke, A.B. – he looks and sounds a little bit like G.W. Bush- I’m also sick of all the Bush bashing, the guy is gone already, get over it.
Oh, and Eric can *fly*? Really? That’s a bit much, methinks.
What I did like: I did like Godric, and seeing the softer side of Eric; and the relationship between Hoyt and Jessica is great.

The first season was much better though. If they keep this up, they’ll start losing fans, making the 3rd season the deal maker or breaker; if the next season doesn’t turn things around, it’ll be the last season of True Blood. I wonder if Charlaine Harris still feels that AB “gets” it, because I kinda think he lost it.

chris September 1, 2009 at 11:38 am

If I never see another person with black eyes…when used on rare occasions it could have been creepy and subtle but it has been just WAY OVER THE TOP! Became really campy awhile back. I love Michelle forbes but truly, enough is enough. I fear for poor Sam. One issue that I had with the season( while i loved soo much of it) was isolating the characters in so many different stories. Its really cool to see people interacting again! Love some of the new combinations- the Pam, Eric, Sam and Arlene’s kids scene was perfection. really great little twist that it was THIER idea to get a vampire to help!

Abby September 1, 2009 at 11:26 am

Thank you Nadeen, you have made my day.

AKL September 1, 2009 at 11:06 am

Elizabeth, you said it best Bill’s STRUT was amazing and I watch the episode over and over and it still gives the little thrill.

For all who are tired of the Maryanne story line I agree with you! Enough is Enough! Michelle is great but Maryanne’s plot has soured for quite sometime. Hopefully we will see her end *and it will stick)

jane September 1, 2009 at 10:38 am

I’M SORRY, I AM SICK OF THE WHOLE TARA’S MOTHER THING. THE WOMAN IS A SELF INVOLVED,SELFISH B–CH ! I LOVE BEAUTIFUL BILL, AND HE IS FINALLY SHINING AGAIN. I MISSED HIM ! ERIC’S WHINING FOR SOOKIE, IS JUST SO UNLIKE HIM. DOESN’T FIT. I DID LOVE THE QUEEN. COOL, BEAUTIFUL, AND PROBABLY VERY EVIL UNDER THAT SMILE. I CAN’T WAIT FOR MARYANN TO DISAPPEAR; I’M TIRED OF HER, AND EGGS. I LOVE THE SHOW, A LOT ! AS LONG AS BILL, SOOKIE, ERIC, LAFAYETTE, SAM, HOYT, JESSICA, AND ANDY ARE THERE—I WILL BE THERE ! OH, AND JASON, OF COURSE.

TruEricFan September 1, 2009 at 10:10 am

This episode was much better than episode 10. I am growing quite tired of the whole Maryann thing and I was absolutely ticked off when I saw Lafayette at the end of the show. I was happy to finally see Eric fly :o) and to find out that Lafayette is also having the dreams about Eric…that was a mystery solved for me. I hope the finale is Maryann’s final episode. I love the show, but I think her story line has just grown tired as hell.

TruEricFan September 1, 2009 at 10:01 am

I agree. I am an avid fan of the books and series. The only thing I don’t like is how large of a part Maryann has, simply because I don’t like her. I don’t like ERW as the queen because she seemed to have issues acting the part. A queen has a sort of elegance that she did not portray in episode 11. As far as the differences between the book and the show, I enjoy them. I don’t care that he is sooo far off of the storyline right now because his show was inspired by the books, not copied from. I love Eric, so I do hope that Bill messes up bad somehow in the show, but that’s just me :o)

Elizabeth September 1, 2009 at 9:36 am

I did not mind this episode. It was funny in a lot of areas and I loved the Andy and Jason dialogue!

Guess what! Bill can now text! I am glad he did as it showed he cared. I loved all the Bill scenes – especially him in boardshorts sunbaking! He is one hottie and I am glad we have the old Bill back (still can’t get that strut over the bridge in ep 10 out of my mind! He is sex on legs!)

Eric was OK. Thought he looked like a pimp in that suit. Pam was great as usual.

Sandra September 1, 2009 at 9:32 am

I absolutely agree with Jaxx that ERW’s acting was awful in this episode. Her timing was off, like she wasn’t even in the same room with SM, or just not listening to him. I have not read the books, so I didn’t have many preconceived ideas about the character beyond the hype that surrounded ERW playing the Queen. Frankly, I hold the director responsible for not getting a stronger performance.

Probably someone has already mentioned this, but I just realized that Jason seems to be imitating George W., including his tendency toward malapropisms.

Nia September 1, 2009 at 9:09 am

As has been said in the past, the show will only be based loosely on the books. Alan Ball is making the show his own. Its these negative comparisons that will ruin the show.
The question here is, how did you like the episode, not how did it compare to the books.

BIANCADAWN September 1, 2009 at 9:06 am

I SO AGREE WITH YOU! I LOVE THE SHOW, BUT I MUST SAY I’M READY FOR ALL THE ORGIES & ANARCHY TO END. THE BEST SCENES THIS SEASON DEFINITELY BELONG TO RYAN KWANTEN! THE WAY THEY WRITE JASON IS EXCELLENT, BUT THE WAY RYAN KWANTEN DELIVERS IS SUPERB! LOVED THE SCENES BETWEEN JASON & ANDY. ALSO, I’M GLAD THEY’RE FINALLY BRINGING OUT MORE OF ALEXANDER SKARSGARD! WE NEED TO SEE ALL THE SIDES OF ERIC & MORE! I’M ALSO LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING HIM PLAY MORE OF A ROLE WITH SOOKIE!!! I CAN’T WAIT TILL NEXT SEASON, I’M READY TO BE RID OF MARYANNE!!!

Roxi B September 1, 2009 at 8:38 am

Well, I hate to say it but I think based on the previous episode, I was a little disappointed – but what a crazy way to end the show, as always, leaving us wanting more – can’t believe only 1 episdoe left! But WOW – I want to be a Queen too! What a plate of entrees! What will I do until season 3!

Val September 1, 2009 at 6:22 am

Have to agree with your interpretation of the charcaters.Eric is almosty slimey here and Bill is almost a saint-come on now!! thats really changing things! I will NEVER give up on this series no matter what-but I want the old Eric back!
As far as the egg??!!??????

Debbie September 1, 2009 at 3:25 am

First off, Jaxx did you forget when Bill & Sookie were at Eric’s club (Fangtasia) & doctor there after Sookie was attacked by Maryann and the Dr told them she could take blood now? Eric wanted to give Sookie his blood but Bill blocked it and gave his?
The egg…I have no idea how it came about. I’m interested in knowing just where it came from and who or what is inside. Regardless whenever they do get rid of Maryann, Tara is going to carry a lot of guilt by what Maryann said that she called for her.
Im wondering why Eric didn’t get involved when Sookie was at risk? Both Sookie and Lafe have Eric’s blood in them, Lafe more that Sookie, and now Sookie is in danger and he is off to see the Queen..and she isn’t forthcoming with info to save Bon Temps.
Jason is coming into being adult, responsible for those he cares for. Where as before he was worried about who would be doing the sheet dance with him. Maybe Andy & Jason will be the primary ones to save Bon Temps. One thing I find funny is that he still calls the one who killed his Grandma and others his best friend.
It does look like Terry will be a stronger individual and not suffering so much from the war.
I know that they have one more episode left for this season, I have the feeling that it won’t close all the loose ends, they will be lucky to get rid of MaryAnn.

pbartteacher August 31, 2009 at 10:42 pm

I have so many mixed feelings about last night’s episode. I have feelings of hope, disgust, laughter and disappointment. I will begin at the beginning like in David Copperfield. Enter Queen Sophie Anne played by Evan Rachel Wood, dressed to the nines and drinking from the femoral artery of Sookie’s cousin, Hadley. Alan Ball has characterized Sophie Anne as Hannibal Lechter meets Paris Hilton. I think Evan Rachel Wood played it to perfection. She was saucy, sexy with air of sophistication and dressed to the nines. For a vampire that is 1100 yrs. old, she doesn’t look a day past say 20.

While most of the episode dragged on about Maryann, Tara and Eggs and the ever-escalating violence and madness in Bon Temps. Jason and Andy delivered the best comic relief of the night. Some of the most humorous lines were expressed during their male bonding moment in Jason’s truck. Discussing the importance of carbs, pussy, working out and good porn. There were brief glimmers of pure cleverness. The exchanges between the Queen and Bill have revealed interesting pieces of information. “Bill, you would know if Sookie was in trouble.” Obviously the Queen knows about Bill’s blood bond with Sookie. We will leave that fact alone for now.

Hadley played by Lindsay Haun was genuinely warm and endearing in a redneck sort of way. The daisy dukes were perfect if that was Alan Ball was trying to do with this character. Watching Bill squirm as Hadley asks about the latest news of Sookie, Grand and Bon Temps made me feel hopeful for only a brief moment. Obviously the characters know each other from previous meetings. No, I will not talk about the book plot because this Alan Ball’s True Blood. But is does start to make you wonder what is up with Bill, Hadley and the Queen and how does Sookie play into this plotline?

Enter Alexander Skarsgard as Eric. Beautifully dressed in a designer suit lounging at Fangtasia. The man could make a visit to the DMV look good. The dialogue here was classic Eric. Talking about tributes of Sookie while Sam is pleading for the town of Bon Temps and help with the maenad. The tall cool Viking vampire has not redeemed himself completely yet but he does offer to help. Saying I might know someone who can help. I personally loved the exchange between Eric and Arlene’s kids. Pam being perturbed by the tiny humans. Eric delivers one of the better lines of the night “tea cup humans” and “most delicious” in Swedish of course. Nothing happens but you have to love that Eric still has his vampire desires and doesn’t secretly hide them like other characters. Sending Sam and kids back to Bon Temps. “Bye tiny humans. Wink”. Yummy Swede at his best. Has the character progressed any further in this episode? No. We were making strides for a while in Dallas. All of the exchanges between Eric and Godric gave us hope or feelings that Eric was trying to evolve to a higher level. With this episode, we took a step backwards in Eric’s character development again. I am a patient person. I have to be, being an Eric fan. We have been waiting for a season and half to see our Viking blossom into the vampire he could be. It appears that we will have to wait further to see if Sookie can lift Eric to the next level in his development. Perhaps finding love and humanity too.

Back in New Orleans, Eric arrives to have a one on one with the Queen. Again the dialogue between Eric and Bill provides more information to move the plot along only slightly. Eric knowing about the blood bond that Bill made with Sookie the night they met. The only way Eric would know that piece of information would be from Sookie or the Queen? Bill taunting Eric about selling the V and telling Eric that I will tell the queen. Reminded me of some schoolboys fighting on the playground. I have a feeling we have not heard the last about the V sales. Is Eric trying to locate Eddie’s killer, does the Queen have Eric on some sort of mission? The season finale previews may answer some of these questions. Spoilers suggest that the Queen wants Eric to squelch Bill’s curiosity. Not about the maenad, so we must be talking about the V sales. What is Bill’s agenda with the Queen and Sookie?

Will the season finale, answer all our questions and tie up loose ends? It is very doubtful that we will find any quick answers to our burning questions. I predict that Alan Ball will leave us with more unanswered questions. The entire season has steered us to this moment in True Blood. My V-ddiction was not satisfied with this episode. Having said that, it’s the best show on TV and I wouldn’t spend my time on any other show. Counting down the days, hours and minutes until the final installment for Season Two. Here’s to hoping the final episode will deliver.

wavechaser2 August 31, 2009 at 9:58 pm

I love this show, but I too felt this episode seemed like a collection of deleted scenes they strung together as a filler. Most of this season, with the exception of Eric’s character development and the Jessica/Hoyt’s romance, dragged on because of the Maryanne storyline. Too many orgies! The plots in season 1 evolved more quickly and dynamically and it made for an exciting ride – although I have to admit I watched Season one in 1 day. I think the writers made an effort to remind us that Eric is a complex character. We may have seen his soft side, but he is still a sexy bad guy. But I agree with the replies here about Eric whining for Sookie. That’s not him at all. All in all I am sooo looking forward to Eric/Queen Sophie hookup. Alan, thank you for that!

mitsy85 August 31, 2009 at 9:47 pm

I like the fact that they are bringing out Erics caniving ways. He has a hidden agenda on the TV series it seems. Whereas Bill. is the concerned loving BF looking out for the interests of Sookie and the town, Though I have a feeling they may not apreciate the way he goes about eradicating Maryann.

LindaS August 31, 2009 at 9:45 pm

I’m glad Maria brought up Jason. He is now getting the best lines and his performance is just captivating – he has had a great season. My favorite was about destroying to save – in the Bible… or the Constitution.
As far as Eric, I too am disappointed he is becoming more and more preoccupied with “having” Sookie – I agree with Pam and the rest of the responders here. Eric should think about Eric – that’s who he is (or so I thought).
Bill is becoming too human for me – loved the edge he used to have. But his walk in the last episode and this week’s impatience win out any misgivings. Didn’t understand the exchanged looks between Sam and Bill though. It’s the first time I couldn’t read one of Bill’s expressions.
I understand why Bill doesn’t tell Sookie about Hadley, but why didn’t he tell Hadley about her gran’s death? Is he worried she’d want to go back to Bon Temps?

Jaxx August 31, 2009 at 9:37 pm

Shame on you Alan Ball, this episode was a disappointment. I kept waiting for it to get good and then it ended.

Whoever cast ERW for the queen was dead wrong. The queen in the book was young but she was also elegant, regal and wise and I’m pretty sure she didn’t play Yatzhee. WTF. Terrible acting on ERW’s part. Should have cast someone else less giddy. Go back to Marilyn Manson.

An egg? Again, WTF.

Please, Maryann has to go and go now. I don’t want her coming back ever.

Best part was the revelation on how Maryann was summoned to BonTemps. Good twist.

In the book, Bill had a secret alliance with the Queen and Eric was out of the loop on that one. I think things are reversed now. Eric knows everthing that is going on and Bill knows little to nothing, but that could change in the finale. And, how did Eric know Bill gave Sookie his blood that first night. Is Bill being watched?? In the books, Bill was ordered to Bon Temps by the Queen to seduce Sookie, wonder if AB will go that route.

Also, they are making Eric out to be this creepy jerk. In the books, he was cunning, but not like he is in the series. Bill was the jerk and he’s everyone’s sweetheart in the series. Hope they really show Bill’s true colors next season and Eric’s sincere and honest side. Get back to the core of the books.
Hope the finale is better than this epi or they’ll lose me for Season 3.

Niki Lynn August 31, 2009 at 9:11 pm

I have a feeling it’s going to be Eggs. I don’t see his character staying on long at all. Sookie herself might even get stabbed. In every book she nearly dies, why not every season too???

Nadeen August 31, 2009 at 9:05 pm

Yea thats how I pictured her as this pretty faced hard ass lady! I would have rathered her w/o the fluff maybe i expected to much, but I would have loved to see the queen like you described!

Maria August 31, 2009 at 8:53 pm

Hi All! I don’t think I was disappointed, I am glad that the episode was kind of mellow. This was the perfect show to keep me hanging for 2 weeks until the season finale. I don’t know how much more of a thrill ride I could have taken with each show being so phenonimal. I will call this episode the calm before the storm!
I did get some answers but still had more questions spark up.. I think the big burning question is.. WHAT IS UP WITH THE EGG? Who laid the egg? (Ha ha).
Another question, Why does Hoyt’s mom know so much about what is going to happen to Maryann but everyone else seems to be in oblivion? Is it because Hoyt won’t let her out? OR is Hoyt’s mom only saying what the Queen explained to Bill.
O.k. now for Lafayette.. Phenominal acting is all I can say for Nelson Ellis!! (not saying anyone else’s acting was horrible, I just think that he stood out!). I really thought is was odd the way Maryann changed his eyes but Carl’s were the same and only went all black one time. hmmm. I thought that Lafayette would have been stronger.
Snaps to Tara for loving Eggs and wanting to save him. Speaking of Eggs, did you see how pitiful he looked when Tara wasn’t around. That was sad. I think that even with the black eyes, he really does love Tara and he almost seemed lost without her. I think Tara really had good intentions of saving Eggs, but she really went about it all wrong.
Snaps to Bill staying true to Sookie while he was with the Quuen. I really thought that Alan would have had Bill or Sookie doing something on the side by now, because he has skirted the issue with Sookie a few times but nothing that ‘crossed the line’. Maybe something will happen with the big finale…hmmm
Now onto Eric, I am shocked that they made Eric (like another person posted) look at the children with lust or something similar to the way he looks at Sookie. Does Eric want Sookie because they know that she is part fairy or does he really desire Sookie because she stands up to him? Hmmm..I can’t tell. I do know I wasn’t keen on him eyeing the children up and down. (Even I don’t look at Dove Chocolate like that.. 🙂
Onto Sam, I will say it again TEAM MERLOTTE ROCKS!! I think Sam is awesome and he is really trying to do the right thing but for some reason I think he is holding back because he knows more about Maryann than he seems to be letting on. Come on Sam let the ‘fur fly’.
Jason–what a hoot he is. Ok now I know that some of you had to really stop and think when Jason was talking to Andy B. about Sam turning into a dog and having sex with a dog and trying to figure out if that was beastiality. ha ha. Or if Sam was a chicken and laid an egg. Now you all know that was funny. Jason was really trying to become some type of Chuck Norris type of character.
So, only one more episode left. Then we are back to looking for anything related to the show. The show starts filming in December. That is when it will be time to really check out this website for spoilers… Personally, I love the spoilers because most of the time, it just adds to the craziness and the euphoria of the show.
P.S. Isn’t someone supposed to die in this last episode? My thoughts were Lorena.. but no…hmmm how about Lettie Mae… or maybe Pam? OOOHH the questions I must ponder!

Niki Lynn August 31, 2009 at 8:43 pm

No, she wasn’t that lofty. In the books, every line she had seemed to calm, on point, and have a purpose. She was never that flighty or flippant. She’s suppose to be around 1000 years old, but on the show she doesn’t seem to have gained any regal air about her. She was much stronger and intimidating in the books.

Nadeen August 31, 2009 at 8:27 pm

They didnt mention anything about Godric’s death and how it impacted Eric; I was looking for closure which should have happened in the previous episode! Very good comment Abby!

Nadeen August 31, 2009 at 8:23 pm

Hey! The best part of that episode was Lafayette scenes hands down! And Eric and Pam they have so much chemistry; I can’t wait for the dream sequences and hallucinations to stop and Eric/Lafayette/Sookie have actual scenes together!

I havent read the books to where the queen is in it, but can someone tell me was she that lofty in the books? I find her lusting for Guy on Guy action forced, but interesting. I would like her to be a bit more cold and less decadent. And she was hamming it up a bit to much for me, but I didnt hate her at all!

And can we stop having Eric ( who I consider Mr Awesome and Mr Smooth) stop making it seem like desperation to get Sookie, when he told Sam to give him Sookie, I did exactly what Pam did (rolled my eyes)! Eric needs to wait until she comes to him, I would prefer that!

TreasureCoast August 31, 2009 at 7:51 pm

Wasnt happy with this epi. It felt like a filler ep. All I got of it was a lil dosage of hot Eric with the hilarious “teacup humans” 🙂 and learning how Maryann got to Bon Temps.
Wondered why Bill didnt mention to Hadley that Gran was murdered?? or to Sookie that Hadley was with the Queen??

TreasureCoast August 31, 2009 at 7:47 pm

I voted for Alex a few times already but he is still behind the Twightly boy.

Abby August 31, 2009 at 7:31 pm

I have mixed feelings about the episode. I thought the queen was great, regal and sly. I was thrilled AB showed more of the true Eric, ruthless, and truly lacking the humanity that Bill has struggled to regain and maintain, Eric may be 1000 years old, but he has stopped evolving as Godric pointed out. I had hoped Godric’s death would have had a bigger influence on how Eric viewed the world. Mentioned above the part where Eric eyes the children as “tea cup” morsels vs Bill who was warm and caring and even entertaining to Lisa and Coby. Further evidence of Eric’s true nature is his relentless and cold pursuit of Sookie, knowing she loves Bill and Bill loves her. It appears that he just wants to hurt Bill. I wonder about their history. I have ever since season one episode four when Bill and Sookie were summoned by Eric at Fangtasia. Eric had stated it had been to long, they had catching up to do.

Bill was itch’n to get back to Sookie, which warmed the heart. Lafayette and Sookie finding out they have both been fooled by Eric and their hatred of him conflicting with the dreams. Sam’s care for Coby and Lisa was just one more act showing Sam’s truly kind, giving, and generous heart. I loved seeing Bill having something to hold over Eric’s head to keep him away from Sookie…I’m sincerely hoping it sticks.

My heart broke seeing Sookie’s heart break and the piercing pain to the soul breaking seen in her eyes as people were “defiling” her grandmother’s house which symbolized all the care and love Gran had for hers and others. Seeing Tara take the yarn and destrying the last piece of craft her Grandmother had started, and Eggs destroying everything with a hammer…it still chokes me up.

Finally, waiting eagerly for each episode to come has been excruciating. The season has felt like it has dragged on, but this could be because I found this show just as the first season came to DVD so I was able to watch the entire season in two days. I never have been a patient person. Although I had the same thoughts as mentioned above, this episode felt like it was setting up for the finale…and I too wonder how they are going to tie up loose ends…I hope the goal is to tie up loose ends with the different relationships created this season…I know there is a big jaw dropping cliff hanger comming, if AB sticks to his amazing creativity, which will leave us shocked and devasted we have to wait a year before more is to come.

Tara calling forth Maryanne through her (I can’t spell well so forgive me) exorcism. That came out of No Where for me and it was fed to us so quickly and tamely that it was almost looked over.

Cannot wait for the final episode.

FelineSiren August 31, 2009 at 7:21 pm

I absolutely loved the episode. The egg was such a sadistic 2-week cliffhanger, but one of the reasons I love this show is that it’s one of the VERY few out there where I don’t see every little thing coming.

As for the Queen, I absolutely adored her. I did feel the character was a bit stiff, but I find it funny people are so turned off by that because I got the feeling ERW was told to make her that way. I felt it was on purpose and I think it played very well. I loved all of her lines as well – one of the smarter characters on the show already.

(Would it be so surprising that finding yourself being turned a vampire at 16 would make an impact on how you matured? I think not.)

Francheska August 31, 2009 at 7:03 pm

I didn’t really like ERW’s performance. I had really high hopes because I heard all these amazing things about her but I didn’t see anything and I think the fact that she’s surrounded by so many talented people just made it so much easier to see how bad she was. So much marketing and suspense for what?

Christine August 31, 2009 at 6:59 pm

So after watching frenzy..

What are our predictions for season finale? Why the Queen is telling Eric to keep Bill quiet?

“Sam places his trust, and his life, in a most unlikely ally.”

I’m 99% positive it’s Bill.. I think Sam & Bill devise a plan to hand over Sam & try to defeat her… meanwhile everyone else probably thinks Bill betrayed Sam.

Niki Lynn August 31, 2009 at 6:42 pm

I was really disappointed with Alan Ball’s and/or Evan Rachel Wood’s portrayal of Queen Sophie-Anne. I know the show isn’t bound to portray characters as they appear in the books, but I was anticipating the calm, matter-of-fact personality the book’s Queen appears to have instead of the horribly flippant and blasé attitude revealed on the show. I especially hate it if the Queen’s storyline will follow the book’s b/c she wants Sookie’s talent. Shouldn’t she want to help Bill get back to Bon Temps faster so he can protect her investment??? It just didn’t make sense.

Brandi August 31, 2009 at 6:28 pm

I had the same thought about the comment by Eric and Pam about the children. Their blood would be the purest and quite desirable to vampires. Although, the statement coming from Eric was creepy; but, he is a vampire foremost.

I am rewatching the episode tonight because I am just baffled by a few scenes and the Queen. The preview for the finale also has some confusing points. Maybe, AB just wants to continuously have us guessing. But, I am hoping not for the wrong reasons.

Hijadejosefa August 31, 2009 at 6:16 pm

I was so glad to hear your commentary. My reaction after last night’s show was “huh?” I guesss I expected more resolution of MaryAnn with the aftermath being the finale. Instead we got more naked and semi-naked Bon Temps folk running around. I watched the show a second time just to make sure I didn’t dose off and miss a central scene. Unfortunately I didn’t.

I thought that Sam showed his true initiative last night. Going to Eric was a big step for him but it does his concern not only for himself but others. It makes one wonder why Sookie was never interested in him.

I wonder what Jessica’s next move will be because I think we were seeing the beginnings of a tantrum there even though it was of her own making.

Finally, the best moments were Eric with the teacup humans. I did not interpret his interest as sexual but amusement plus some appetite for the purity of their blood.

junglered August 31, 2009 at 6:08 pm

ERW was just “acting badly.” Maybe she’s not use to being surrounded by a highly talented ensemble cast, you’d better bring your “A” game to Trueblood, or you’ll look bad! The few lines that Hadley said to SM was a better performance.
What was Maryann’s cook Karl purpose in season two? He got slapped to the floor by Maryann(MF), he cooked, served food and was the housekeeper, helped build the meat tree and he took a head shot! Did I miss some part of the season that was the story line for Karl?

Jess August 31, 2009 at 5:50 pm

I have to agree with the posts about Eric. His pursuit of Sookie is painful to watch. He was a LOT hotter in this episode in his designer suit, but he used to be so smooth, and now he has no wit. I liked the part in the first episode we see Godric where Sookie says “He’s your maker isn’t he?” and Eric replies, “Don’t use words you don’t understand.” Then Sookie continues, “You have a lot of love for him.” and Eric replies “Don’t use words I don’t understand.” :L PRICELESS

WE NEED THE *SMOOOTH* ERIC BACK!!! 😀

a cake August 31, 2009 at 4:56 pm

This episode had a lot of lousy moments, with all the silly supernatural stuff going on. ERW as the queen overdid it and made the character thoroughly obnoxious. Eric is getting on my last nerve obsessing over Sookie like some desperate stalker. Pam’s eyeroll was the highlight of the night. PLEAAAASE give him something else to do. His interactions with Lafayette and Godric showed so much promise.
I think Michelle Forbes has done an awesome job, but this storyline is taking up too much time that ought to be spent on Bill/Sookie and the other relationships(romantic and otherwise) that make up the core of the show.

Beverly - NYC August 31, 2009 at 4:31 pm

Last night’s episode was very slow, saving the action for the last episode I guess. That aside how HOT did Eric look, the man can wear a suit. I don’t agree that he wanted to harm the kids, I think he found them amusing. Calling them teacup humans,too funny. The sexual tension between him and Sookie is too much, even Bill feels it, could be why he acting sooo jealous,and Miss Sookie doesn’t seem to hate it since she never wakes up screaming or needing a shower after she dreams about filty Eric. Get rid of the MaryAnnn character already she is on my last nerve. How come Hoyt’s mother knows so much about Maryann and the God who comes?

boussie87 August 31, 2009 at 3:57 pm

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boussie87 August 31, 2009 at 3:49 pm

Well…the only thing I knew about ERW before this was that she dated Marilyn Manson, so I didn’t really have high hopes. What little hopes I did have (like faith in the casting crew) were squashed last night. ERW acted as if she was just turned yesterday. Idk, I just didn’t believe she has been around for hundreds of years. Did anyone else feel like this? The actress who played Hadley was better than her for Godsake! Switch the actresses! J/k, they can’t do that. Anyways, ERW’s portrayl just seemed to remind me of a lot of bad, bad play-acting from high school. I feel sorry for Dan (the dude who directed this episode). Painful to watch from home, but it had to have been hard to sit there and be like, “Okay…Steve, that was good…ERW, can you just be a little more….better?”

Brandi August 31, 2009 at 2:39 pm

I have to agree with a few posters. I was disappointed with this episode. I watched the episode twice because I was distraught as to why I did not truly like the episode.

The exchange between Lafayette and Sookie about Eric was great dialogue and Lafayette’s breakdown with Lettie Mae provided some excellent material to ponder. Then Sam, I feel, was the best portion of the show. His protection of the children and attempting to figure out what to do about MaryAnn was commendable. He may have been somewhat foolish in his approach; but, he is at least trying. Pam was, again, a scene stealer and her eye roll was priceless. I have to agree with her on Eric’s pursuit being mindless.

I, then, had to think what about the episode bothered me. The performance of the Queen is what has be disappointed. She is a phenomenal actress but this portrayal was a little pathetic. Her delivery was immature and overdone in certain points.

Overall, it was an alright episode.

Love Eric August 31, 2009 at 2:31 pm

I am truly disappointed about Frenzy! Nothing really happened and it felt like they wanted to extend the show at no matter what cost. To me it was the worst episode so far and they killed my obsession for Eric when they showed him wanting to eat the poor little kids! Where did Eric’s brilliant lines go??? He’s supposed to be the smother, cooler vampire of all… why is he begging for Sookie now? He is sexy! Please bring him back and get rid of Maryann already!

kit-kat August 31, 2009 at 2:26 pm

I really loved this episode. Jason and Andy were hilarious together! Eric, Pam and the kids the play between the them was brilliant. Eric v Bill(y) at the end, so, so awesome! And of course, any scene with Lafayette is golden, a scene with Lafayette and Eric in a dress with a shotgun… priceless!

Have to say that I did not care for ERW’s portrayal as the queen. I had really high hopes since ERW is pretty talented, but her performance was borderline terrible. Her delivery was just awkward and seemed amateurish, especially against the backdrop of the great acting within the show. She is supposedly a recurring character next year so I hope she improves 🙂 . For a bit I thought it was because I dislike the character, but I HATE Maryann, but absolutely LOVE Michelle Forbes’ portrayal of Maryann, “Must I do everything myself?”… genius!

I can’t believe we have to wait two weeks for the finale! Cannot wait 😀 !

me August 31, 2009 at 2:17 pm

I concur Charisma – Alan could have squished everything that happened in episode 11 to fit into the 15 minutes he cut from episode 10. I was very disappointed Alan is dragging out the season as if he didn’t have enough material to work with. I started watching the show and could not stand the cliff hangers he left every week so this weekend I read the first two books and I am working on the 3rd now. I like the books a lot better than the show but I think its because I am in control of where I wait til the next episode, so to speak. Don’t get me wrong I like the show Alan just keeps dragging it out…

But I must say what a moving moment with Lafayette and Eric.

And why has Bill not mentioned Hadley to Sookie. Why does he keep protecting her when he knows it makes her mad?

If the lust in Eric’s eye’s had been toward me I would have melted, but the lust he had when he was looking at Arlean’s kids and then the little comment to Pam, “they are delicious” made my skin crawl. I have always liked the Viking because I felt he was misunderstood and when he was crying over Godrick I really felt bad for him, but the relentless pursuit of Sookie when she doesn’t want him,(in the show), is really pathetic, and he was so much smoother when he was kicking off fangbangers than mooning over sookie.

Tams August 31, 2009 at 2:04 pm

Does anyone realize how many poor families you could feed off of that egg????LOL, WTF was up with that????

Charisma August 31, 2009 at 1:38 pm

I’ll have to say, I was really a little underwhelmed by this episode. I’m a huge fan of both the books and the show, but not one of those people who is disappointed the show doesn’t follow the books exactly. I have been extremely happy with Alan Ball’s adaptation. I just felt like this episode was a placeholder where nothing really happened and what did happen was idiotic and convoluted.

BLF August 31, 2009 at 1:36 pm

After watching the episode (the first time around), I have to admit I was disapointed and in a panic about the next episode being the finale. There is alot they need to close up even with a cliff hanger till season 3.
My disapointment stems from the fact that I felt no big emotional punch (laughter with Jason, pain of Godric, Tara’s possesion, excetra)the way the last few eps were. Of course I was distracted with making sure the episode was not cut short like last weeks (thankfully lasted around 54 mins for this one).

Frenzy, for me, was a good set up episode for the finale. Though we do have some memorable moments; Eric in a dress, “Oh, Billy”, “Human Teacups”, Sookie getting Bills text, Lafayette in everything he does, Bill in swimtrunks. Ok, it was a frenzy of activity in this one.

Will rewatch again to see if my opinion changes.

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