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The Best Episodes of Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1

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Follows a best-selling author of a self-help book series who is secretly hiding her separation from her husband as she starts to navigate her life as a single woman in her 40's in Los Angeles.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 1 - Rule #23: Never Lie to the Kids
    6.9/10(131 votes)

    #1 - Rule #23: Never Lie to the Kids

    S1:E1

    Newly separated author Abby McCarthy takes advice from her divorced friends and begins to navigate life as a single woman.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marti Noxon

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  2. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 2 - Rule #174: Never Trust Anyone Who Charges by the Hour
    7.6/10(87 votes)

    #2 - Rule #174: Never Trust Anyone Who Charges by the Hour

    S1:E2

    Abby tries to recover from a public breakdown, thereby rescuing her brand. Meanwhile, Abby and Jake try to make the best of their divorce for the sake of the children, and Lyla's former husband seeks revenge for his DUI.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marti Noxon

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  3. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 3 - Rule #47: Always Take Advantage of "Me" Time
    7.2/10(85 votes)

    #3 - Rule #47: Always Take Advantage of "Me" Time

    S1:E3

    Abby spends her first night alone without the children, leading to a chaotic ride through Hollywood with the ladies. Meanwhile, Jake seeks a perfect first evening with the kids at his new place.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 4 - Rule #426: Fantasyland: A Great Place to Visit
    7.1/10(76 votes)

    #4 - Rule #426: Fantasyland: A Great Place to Visit

    S1:E4

    Abby starts to date Nate, a married dad with whom she had an emotional affair during her marriage. Phoebe starts to get close to one of the dads at school. Lyla tries to find a new way to release some tension. Max and Ford are honored at the Family Equality Gala and given an award by LGBT activist Adele Northrop.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 5 - Rule #21: Leave Childishness to the Children
    7.5/10(74 votes)

    #5 - Rule #21: Leave Childishness to the Children

    S1:E5

    After the disastrous date with Nate, Abby goes on a date with her hot, young pursuer, Will. Meanwhile, Lyla's mother, Annie, comes to Los Angeles to help her make the best impression possible with the visiting caseworker.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 6 - Rule #33: When in Doubt, Run Away
    7.5/10(73 votes)

    #6 - Rule #33: When in Doubt, Run Away

    S1:E6

    A photo shoot for Phoebe's Infant Fabuleax jewelry line takes the ladies on a trip to Vegas. Abby is cleansing and is determined to work on her next book. Lyla awaits the recommendation of the caseworker in her custody battle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 7 - Rule #67: Don't Kill the Princess
    7.7/10(70 votes)

    #7 - Rule #67: Don't Kill the Princess

    S1:E7

    Abby throws a birthday party for her daughter Lilly only to have Jake's girlfriend, CW actress Becca Riley, show up uninvited. Abby wonders if she's pregnant... and entertains what she'd do if she were. Meanwhile, Delia is handling the divorce of Gordon Beech, husband of acclaimed fashion designer Courtney Beech.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 8 - Rule #17: Ask the Answer Lady
    7.3/10(67 votes)

    #8 - Rule #17: Ask the Answer Lady

    S1:E8

    Abby prepares to pitch her new brand to her agency when Jo, an old friend from college arrives with her blunt, brassy New York attitude. Things get complicated when Jake gets a job directing an episode of Becca's TV show "Blood Sisters."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 9 - Rule #32: F-you, Rob Frumpkis!
    7.6/10(63 votes)

    #9 - Rule #32: F-you, Rob Frumpkis!

    S1:E9

    Abby gets offered to write a Huffington Post article about her dating experiences as a divorced woman and must go on ten dates in two days. Delia is fearful that her affair with Gordon Beech will become public knowledge and get her disbarred.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marti Noxon

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  10. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 10 - Rule #3: Don't Stand in the Doorway
    7.8/10(68 votes)

    #10 - Rule #3: Don't Stand in the Doorway

    S1:E10

    When Abby's Huffington Post piece "Why Aren't You Divorced Yet?" hits the Internet, the moms at school are furious as the article threatens to expose one of their husbands as a cheater. Looking into Jo's finances, Delia discovers a shocking secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 11 - Rule #46: Keep the Holidays Low Key
    7.3/10(61 votes)

    #11 - Rule #46: Keep the Holidays Low Key

    S1:E11

    Abby throws an "Adult Friendsgiving" dinner with new boyfriend. But as strange things begin to happen around the house, Abby and Jo question if a spirit has decided to join them. Phoebe invites Marco and Delia gets a surprise visit from her father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 12 - Rule #92: Don't Do the Crime If You Can't Do the Time
    7.6/10(57 votes)

    #12 - Rule #92: Don't Do the Crime If You Can't Do the Time

    S1:E12

    Abby and Jake are finalizing their divorce, but getting along better than ever. Delia is up for partnership at the law firm, but her relationship with Gordon Beech threatens her chances. Phoebe has a secret history with famed photographer Kori Wingo.

    Director:Millicent Shelton
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce Season 1 Episode 13 - Rule #101: Know When It's Time to Move On
    7.0/10(57 votes)

    #13 - Rule #101: Know When It's Time to Move On

    S1:E13

    As the time for Abby and Jake to sign their divorce papers approaches, Jo decides to throw a divorce party for Abby. Meanwhile, we find out about the history between Cory and Phoebe. Jake wants to get back together.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Marti Noxon

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Rule #23: Never Lie to the Kids" is the best rated episode of "Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce" season 1. It scored 6.9/10 based on 131 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Marti Noxon, it aired on 12/2/2014. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Rule #174: Never Trust Anyone Who Charges by the Hour".