Ep 1. Turn! Turn! Turn!

As the fifth season of True Blood begins, the residents of Bon Temps are just beginning to recover from the catastrophic events of the previous season. But as always, new threats are looming on the horizon. In "Turn! Turn! Turn!," the season premiere, we're introduced to a mysterious new vampire named Nora (played by Lucy Griffiths), who has ties to the powerful and dangerous Vampire Authority.

Meanwhile, Sookie (Anna Paquin) is still coming to terms with her newfound faerie powers, which she's struggling to control. Her relationship with vampire Bill (Stephen Moyer) is strained, and she's been avoiding Eric (Alexander Skarsgård), who has taken over his vampire sister's bar. But when Sookie is attacked by a group of mysterious thugs, she's forced to rely on Eric for help.

Elsewhere, Tara (Rutina Wesley) is hiding out in New Orleans, trying to come to terms with the fact that she's now a vampire. Her former best friend Lafayette (Nelsan Ellis) is still reeling from the loss of his boyfriend Jesus, and he's turning to dangerous drugs to cope with his grief. And Jason (Ryan Kwanten) is struggling with his newfound role as a protector of the town, as he's tasked with guarding a group of newly arrived prisoners who have been infected with a deadly virus.

As the episode progresses, the various storylines begin to converge, leading to a shocking and violent climax that sets the stage for an explosive season ahead. With plenty of drama, action, and supernatural thrills, "Turn! Turn! Turn!" is the perfect start to the fifth season of this beloved HBO series.