The Best Episodes of The Client List Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   6.8/10(322 votes)

   #1 - The Rub of Sugarland

   S1:E14/8/2012

   After being deserted by her husband, Texas housewife Riley Parks takes a job at a seemingly traditional day spa only to learn that sexual favors are being offered there on the side. Conflicted at first, she seizes the opportunity and takes the job.

   Director:Wendey Stanzler

   Writer:Jordan Budde

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   Director:Wendey Stanzler

   Writer:Jordan Budde
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   6.9/10(232 votes)

   #2 - Turn the Page

   S1:E24/15/2012

   Riley stumbles upon the phone number of a mystery woman from her husband's past, leaving her to wonder if he was having an affair before he deserted her. Meanwhile, Riley's mom, Linette, embarks on a new romance with fellow churchgoer, Garrett.

   Director:Allan Arkush

   Writer:Barbara Nance

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   Director:Allan Arkush

   Writer:Barbara Nance
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   7.1/10(192 votes)

   #3 - Tough Love

   S1:E34/22/2012

   Riley's new career starts to take off when she gets promoted at The Rub. But when her daughter, Katie, starts acting up at school. Riley struggles to find the balance of being a responsible single mom and a newly minted manager.

   Director:John Behring

   Writer:Laurie Arent

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   Director:John Behring

   Writer:Laurie Arent
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   7.1/10(274 votes)

   #4 - Ring True

   S1:E44/29/2012

   When Linette is made co-chair of a Beaumont social event, Riley balks at facing the community and the rumors about Kyle. Meanwhile, a law student comes to The Rub looking for extras, and Riley delivers—only to discover his connection to one of her co-workers. putting their secret in jeopardy.

   Director:Patrick R. Norris

   Writer:Efrem Seeger

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   Director:Patrick R. Norris

   Writer:Efrem Seeger
5. 

   7.1/10(268 votes)

   #5 - Try, Try Again

   S1:E55/6/2012

   A massage mishap breaks the ice with a sexy. eligible client, leaving Riley to wonder if she's ready to start dating. Meanwhile, Linette's relationship with Garrett seems headed for the long haul until damaging secrets from Garrett's past force Riley to intervene.

   Director:Timothy Busfield

   Writer:Dawn DeKeyser

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   Director:Timothy Busfield

   Writer:Dawn DeKeyser
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   7.2/10(171 votes)

   #6 - The Cold Hard Truth

   S1:E65/13/2012

   Georgia puts Riley and the Spa Girls on high alert after she begins to suspect the police may be planning a raid at The Rub of Sugar Land. Meanwhile, Riley's two worlds collide when a friend finds Riley's hidden stash of cash. Dale encourages Evan to come dean about his feelings for Riley, just as she starts to bond with a fellow single dad from school.

   Director:Norman Buckley

   Writer:Marc Halsey

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   Director:Norman Buckley

   Writer:Marc Halsey
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   7.0/10(162 votes)

   #7 - Life of Riley

   S1:E75/20/2012

   A co-workers announcement to elope leads Riley to wonder about the imperfections of her marriage with Kyle. Meanwhile, the Curl Up & Dry Salon is up for sale, but Linette and Lacey balk at the prospective new buyer. Lacey reveals she has also been hiding a secret from Riley. Riley is concerned about a new girl in Evan's life. Riley coaches an insecure client on some basic dating techniques.

   Director:Bethany Rooney

   Writer:John Tinker

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   Director:Bethany Rooney

   Writer:John Tinker
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   7.0/10(154 votes)

   #8 - Games People Play

   S1:E86/3/2012

   Tensions grow between Riley and her co-worker, Selena, when Selena and Evan begin dating. Meanwhile, Riley considers the lack of a male role model in the house when her son, Travis, gets caught in a "curious situation" with Taylor's daughter. Riley lends advice to one of her clients, a rodeo cowboy. when his relationship hits a wall. Linette tries to compete with Taylor when she applies for a loan to buy the salon.

   Director:Patrick R. Norris

   Writer:Laurie Arent

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   Director:Patrick R. Norris

   Writer:Laurie Arent
9. 

   7.2/10(158 votes)

   #9 - Acting Up

   S1:E96/10/2012

   Riley gives romance a try with the very charming and ever persistent Dr. Mark. But what starts as an elegant date at a country club event, ends with her past coming back, turning Riley's world upside-down. Meanwhile, Dee Ann lands in hot water when she gets involved with a high-powered client. And Linette and Lacey face their first day of the "Reign of Taylor" at the Curl Up & Dry.

   Director:Wendey Stanzler

   Writer:Hollie Overton

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   Director:Wendey Stanzler

   Writer:Hollie Overton
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    7.3/10(159 votes)

    #10 - Past is Prologue

    S1:E106/17/2012

    Kyle returns to find Riley and the family he abandoned anything but welcoming. Meanwhile, Riley is entrusted with the reins of The Rub of Sugar Land after Georgia is tipped off that authorities have her on their radar. This added new authority, however, puts Riley's secret life in jeopardy of being exposed.

    Director:Jennifer Love Hewitt

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Jennifer Love Hewitt

    Writer:Unknown