The Undoing

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but that same sentiment applies to any kind of relationship, really.

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Between parents and children.

Most people like to think theyre an open book, living their truth, or displaying their authentic selves.

But,come on.

How often are we really honest with ourselves, let alone with other people?

The same-named premiere episode really hit all thoseBig Little Liesbeats, didnt it?

(Ahem: This is where I would make some sort of tawdry Investigate me, Edgar Ramirez!

comment, but I will not,because I am a professional!)

The same words come up over and over again when people talk to Grace.

All those things you say when you dont really know someone, or maybe whentheydont really wantyouto knowthem.

And finally, their interaction at the fundraiser, with her tears and that kiss in the elevator.

Grace doesnt seem to know Elena but doesnt it seem like Elena knows Grace?

Or, I suppose,knew.

The wealthy sure do love their school fundraisers, dont they!

We were talking about art, we were talking about money.

Bringing up to Elena that her therapy sessions would be free?

Making it clear that she has no interest in talking to Elena just as a friend?

Still, one awkward party interaction and one unexpected same-sex kiss do not make one suspect.

ORourke peeks at papers on their kitchen table when Grace starts making a snack for Henry.

(A peanut butter sandwich with nothing else on it?

They know how much tuition at Reardon costs.

They know what Jonathan does, and ask to speak to him too.

The fact that she cant find him at any of the hotels in the city even more so.

Both Grace and Sylvia wear diamond rings on their pinky fingers.

Its always the fucking husband!

Why did the detectives have to question Miguel at the police precinct?

The kid found his mom dead.

That seems unnecessarily formal, and possibly illegal, for a minor, no?

was an episode highlight.

Is it too early in these recaps to say … eat the rich?