As freaky as that sex scene was, I wouldn't consider it rape. I keep reading that all over the place and it's getting on my nerves. Remember... Lorena is more powerful than Bill because she's his maker. He can't overpower her unless she allows him to. She enjoyed his brutality because it reminded her of what he used to be -- the monster he was when she first turned him. She even said "I love you" as he twisted her head around.

That said, Bill's actions were pretty savage and animalistic. I understand his aggression towards Lorena, but it speaks volumes about his nature that he would choose to brutalize her in such an ugly, sexual way in particular.

Thank you both for your thoughtful explanations. I figured the sexual aggression was simply what vampires do when they are more into their "true selves" than trying to be human. This is still where I am lost, why does it have to be over between Bill and Sookie? She went two seasons without being harmed, what happened to Bill's humanity? Is it because he fed?

Episode #4: "9 Crimes"
Sookie joins Alcide at a raucous engagement party for his former fiancée, Debbie Pelt; Eric is given a deadline to locate Bill; Andy gets a promotion and draws Jason's attention; Franklin takes Tara on a road trip; Arlene is irked by Jessica's arrival at Merlotte's; Sam brokers a deal with Tommy and his parents; Bill "procures" dinner for Russell and Lorena. (Written by Kate Barnow & Elisabeth R. Finch; directed by David Petrarca.)

Episode #5: "Trouble"
Alcide and Sookie turn to an alpha-wolf "packmaster" for advice on how to deal with Russell's minions. Tara considers a proposal from Franklin, who's completed his mission for Russell; Joe Lee breaks his promise to Sam and Tommy; Lafayette learns the meaning of patience from Jesus, his mother's orderly; Jason meets his match in a mysterious girl named Crystal. An heirloom reminds Eric of his past and his ongoing thirst for vengeance. (Written by Nancy Oliver; directed by Scott Winant.)

Episode #6: "I Got a Right to Sing the Blues"
Spurned by Eric, Sookie fears the worst for Bill, whose fate now lies in Lorena's hands. Fueled by a night of bloody passion, Tara executes a desperate plan to stave off Franklin's advances. In Bon Temps, Tommy finds it difficult to leave the family nest; Jessica gets her fix from a Merlotte's customer; and Jason's romance with Crystal hits a snag, as does Lafayette's with Jesus. After revealing his master plan to Eric, Russell pays a visit to Louisiana in order to start executing it. (Written by Alan Ball; directed by Michael Lehmann.)

Thanks Butterfly I will add them to the calendar!

Love this show.

(EW.com) -- HBO just released the official loglines for "True Blood's" five August episodes and, as per usual, they're pretty damn spoilery.

Episode #31: "Hitting the Ground"

Debut: Sunday, August 1

"Imperiled by Lorena (Mariana Klaveno), Sookie (Anna Paquin) goes to extremes in her attempt to save Bill (Stephen Moyer) -- with unforeseen consequences. Sam (Sam Trammell) infiltrates a dogfighting ring to extricate Tommy (Marshall Allman) from his parents' (J. Smith Cameron, Cooper Huckabee) greedy influence. Jason (Ryan Kwanten) heads to jail to uncover the truth about Crystal (Lindsay Pulsipher); Summer (Melissa Rauch) makes a home-cooked play for Hoyt's (Jim Parrack) affections; Debbie (Brit Morgan) vows revenge on Alcide (Joe Manganiello); Eric (Alexander Skarsgård) uses Hadley (Lindsey Haun) as bait to get information from Sophie-Anne (Evan Rachel Wood); Russell (Denis O'Hare) turns his back on the Authority, and on the Magister (Zeljko Ivanek)."

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My mind is buzzing. Another great episode tonight. I love Talbot and Eric together...they are hot hot hot! I hope they expand the story line between them.

Franklin...I love his insanity.

Where are all theTrue Blood fans? What did you think of Sunday's episode?

I just watched it Frances.

You like Franklin? He gives me the creeps! Do you think he will turn Tara? I hope not.

I am loving Alcide and Eric is definitely growing on me. Bill continues to be dork-like!

Must see trailer!!

That preview is intense. Thanks for posting.

My addiction only became stronger after tonight's episode.

I am so lost with True Blood right now. I need to re-watch the entire season, which means I need to be alone. Having a hard time getting this "alone time" this summer. I tried to watch last night, but daughter came in the room and had to shut it off. It happened to be the Tara biting scene... so violent.

It's on demand now. I just watched it.

Way toooooooooooooo bloody of an epiosde. I hate all the blood, just ewwwwwww!

Where is Kenny? I love his indepth analysis of each episode.

Yes you are twisted!

Did the coming attractions seems to indicate that Sookie is dead? We know that cannot be true.

Where DID Kenny go?

The head bashing was a little much for me - I wasn't prepared for them to show the after math. I guess the werewolf is going to save Sookie?

It was a good episode last night but I was glad I wasn't eating while watching it!

Last night's episode was fantastic! So deliciously campy. Every week it just gets better and better. The opening scene was gripping and that cliffhanger was great.

Tara kicked ass! She had freaky cannibalistic sex, murdered Franklin by bashing his brains in (I doubt he's actually dead), beat the shit out of a werewolf and somehow managed to rescue Sookie. All in a day's work, LoL. Rutina Wesley was in fine form tonight. The escape scene with Tara and Sookie reminded me of Gone with the Wind or something. I loved it.

I loved Eric vs. the Queen. I hope she dies. She really grates on my nerves.

Lorena and Bill's scenes were fascinating -- like Hostel meets Fatal Attraction, LoL. Maria Klaveno impresses me more and more every week. She's a great actress.

LoL @ Arlene begging Jessica not to kill her. "Just so you know, this necklace is made of pure silver." I also got a kick out of the Red Lobster line.

Sam's story finally got interesting. Melinda and Joe Lee forcing Tommy to participate in dog fighting is just... ugh. I hope they get what's coming to them.

Once again, the only story that didn't hold my interest was Jason/Crystal. The actress who plays Crystal looks rode hard and put away wet. Jason could do so much better than her.

The preview for next week's episode gave me goosebumps. Christ almighty. I love when the show fires on all cylinders like this. I wish I could just fast-forward through the next seven days and skip to Sunday.

There you are Kenny!

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The escape scene with Tara and Sookie reminded me of Gone with the Wind or something. I loved it.

It really did. I loved it too; I was holding my breath!

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Once again, the only story that didn't hold my interest was Jason/Crystal. The actress who plays Crystal looks rode hard and put away wet. Jason could do so much better than her.

ITA! I was bored to tears with that storyline and hope it goes away real soon.

Spreading some Skarsgard love:



Alexander Skarsgard is the new face for suit maker Hickey Freeman’s Fall 2010 season, as photographed by Annie Leibovitz.

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OK, I got caught up and I think I get it. Except... I thought Eric was falling for Sookie and he is acting so cold toward her. Tara being a super freak with Franklin?! What the heck?
Crystal... I view her as looking more "inbred"... she is obviously a shifter right? Eric gets hotter by the minute.

It's gotten too bloody and not enough sex for my taste. Will Sookie help Bill survive by letting him feed off her? There appears to be sexual tension between Sookie and that hot wolf guy.. I forgot his name. I thought this was going to be the Eric/Sookie season.

Shes really dead. YaY.

Jason: "I never thought I was smart enough to get depressed."

Sookie and Bill...OVER! (I think Bill stole Sookie's light)

Tara is fearless.

Lafayette is beautiful.

I am addicted and do not want an intervention. Waiting for next Sunday is going to be difficult.

ETA: Russell has HOH-itis!

The dog fighting stuff was disturbing. Glad that Sam released those dogs. What do you mean Frances, that Bill stole Sookie's light? If that is true I wonder if she will still be able to read minds? Sookie saves Bill, he nearly kills her than he bring her back to life. My head was spinning. Still want more sex and less blood. I hate all the blood though I am starting to get used to it, which doesn't seem like a good thing!

I liked that line about Jason not being smart enough to be depressed too Frances.

Congrats to Anna and Steven on their marriage.

RIP to Franklin and Talbot...sigh. Talbot looked stunning in last nights death (Tony) scene. What a beautiful man. And, I'll miss James Frain's delightful portrayal of Franklin.

Last nights episode was mostly boring to me except the scenes between Eric and Sookie. When it comes to Alex Skarsgard I lose my mind...when he kisses Sookie I wish it was me. I'm bad.

Only two more episodes left...oh, god...what will I do to occupy my time, so sad.

ETA: Thanks, Peaches! Cool Rolling Stones cover.

Only two episodes left? OMG are you kidding?

Last night's episode was a bit boring.

That Rolling Stone cover is just too much, lol!