Ep 5. Part 5

Alias Grace season 1 episode 5, named "Part 5," continues the story of Grace Marks, a convicted murderer serving time in prison. In this episode, viewers are taken through Grace's life as a servant to the Kinnear family, where she worked alongside fellow servant Mary Whitney. Grace and Mary become close friends, and Mary confides in Grace about her desire to become a seamstress and escape her life of servitude.

As the episode progresses, Grace's relationship with the Kinnear family becomes increasingly tumultuous. She discovers that Kinnear, her employer, is having an affair with his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery, and becomes concerned about the consequences. At the same time, she begins to notice that Kinnear has taken a particular interest in her, often staring at her in a way that makes her uncomfortable.

Meanwhile, Mary becomes increasingly ill, and her condition worsens until she eventually dies. Grace is haunted by Mary's death and plagued with guilt, believing that she could have somehow prevented it. She becomes convinced that Kinnear had something to do with Mary's death, and that he is responsible for other nefarious activities.

Throughout the episode, viewers are shown flashbacks of Grace's past, including her relationship with the abusive Mr. Parkinson, whose influence on her is clear. Grace struggles with PTSD and hallucinations as her memories of Mr. Parkinson resurface.

"Part 5" culminates in a dramatic scene where Grace confronts Kinnear about his affair with Nancy Montgomery. The atmosphere is charged with tension as Grace finally reveals her suspicions about Kinnear's involvement in Mary's death. The episode ends with a cliffhanger, leaving viewers wondering what will happen to Grace next.

Alias Grace season 1 episode 5 is a powerful episode, exploring the complex relationships between characters and delving deeper into Grace's troubled past. It is a must-watch for fans of the show, and a great entry point for those who have not yet experienced the gripping drama of Alias Grace.