The Best Episodes Written By Kate Barnow

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.5/10(21 votes)

   #1 - New World in My View

   S2:E108/23/2009

   Sookie, Bill and Jason return to a Bon Temps turned upside down by Maryann. Lured to Merlotte’s by Arlene, Sam and Andy find cold comfort in their refuge from a group of bloodthirsty revelers. Bill discovers that traditional vampire techniques don’t work on Maryann; Hoyt and Jessica try to keep a lid on Maxine’s madness; and Sookie tries to push through the darkness consuming Tara. With all hell breaking loose, Jason takes the bull by the horns to rescue Sam, at least for the moment.

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   8.4/10(13 votes)

   #2 - Heirs

   S2:E97/1/2016

   Marco's past with Kokachin resurfaces. Kublai's position as khan faces a final challenge, even as he welcomes a new heir into the world.

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   7.9/10(11 votes)

   #3 - Let God's Work Begin

   S2:E47/1/2016

   The challenge for the throne escalates when two of Kublai's sons are endangered. Far away, another threat to the khan is born.

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   7.7/10(59 votes)

   #4 - Chapter 11

   S1:E112/1/2013

   Zoe extends her time away from The Hill while Francis tracks down Russo and engages in damage control.

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   7.6/10(19 votes)

   #5 - 9 Crimes

   S3:E47/11/2010

   Sookie joins Alcide at a raucous engagement party for his former fiancee. Bill "procures" dinner for Russell and Lorena. Sam brokers a deal with Tommy and his parents. Andy gets a promotion and draws Jason's attention. Arlene is irked by Jessica's arrival at Merlotte's. Eric is given a deadline to locate Bill. Franklin takes Tara on a road trip.

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   7.4/10(59 votes)

   #6 - Chapter 7

   S1:E72/1/2013

   Frank helps Peter get ready for his governor race, but Peter is starting to have second thoughts. Doug tries to help a young hooker in trouble.

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   7.3/10(13 votes)

   #7 - Violet

   S1:E61/1/2023

   In the past, family man Leo tries to leave his life of crime behind, but a tempting job and a persuasive partner make old habits hard to break.

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8. 

   7.1/10(14 votes)

   #8 - Almost Home

   S7:E88/10/2014

   Eric mulls his options; Sookie puts her life on the line for Bill; Lettie Mae finds closure; Violet has revenge on her mind.

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9. 

   7.0/10(20 votes)

   #9 - I Smell a Rat

   S3:E108/22/2010

   Sookie is warned about the dangers she will have to deal with. Dark memories surface for Sam. Arlene must ask Holly for help while Jason faces unexpected dealings with Tara and Crystal. Jesus' interest in V's qualities is aroused. Arlene seeks out Holly for help. Russell vows to inflict punishment on his enemies. After precautions, Eric satisfies a wish.

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    6.9/10(14 votes)

    #10 - I Found You

    S7:E26/29/2014

    A trio of hostages taken in the Bellefleur’s attack looks to a familiar face as a possible liberator from the H-vamps. Sookie and Jason visit the neighboring town of Saint Alice, where a young woman’s diary offers clues to the potential fate of Bon Temps. Spurned by Lafayette, a desperate Lettie Mae turns to Willa to channel her family past. Vince whips his fellow vigilantes into a dangerous frenzy. Pam’s search for her maker leads her to a very familiar place.

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11. 

    6.7/10(20 votes)

    #11 - In the Evening

    S6:E77/28/2013

    Eric pledges loyalty to Bill as a last resort to save Nora. A tragedy close to home forces Sam to ignore the warnings of Alcide and return to Bon Temps. Jessica shows her gratitude to James, a prisoner.

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    6.4/10(16 votes)

    #12 - What's the Use?

    S1:E55/7/2021

    Sheldon tries to assemble a dream team for his quest into the unknown. An autopsy unearths a puzzling object that connects to Chloe's new acquaintance.

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    6.2/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Radioactive

    S6:E108/18/2013

    Jason feels a vampire attraction firsthand; and Bill finds that salvation isn't free. Meanwhile, Sookie considers her future with Warlow as a new crisis poses a threat to humans and vampires alike.

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