Ep 6. The Bad Mother

The Bad Mother is the sixth episode of the second season of Big Little Lies. The episode opens as the Monterey Five (Madeline, Celeste, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie) are still reeling from the previous episode's events, trying desperately to hold their secrets and maintain their lies.

As Celeste navigates a difficult custody battle with Mary Louise, she seeks out the help of a new therapist, questioning her actions and motives along the way. Meanwhile, Madeline struggles to keep her marriage together as Ed becomes increasingly distant and detached.

Bonnie deals with the aftermath of her mother's death, finding solace in her new relationship with Jane's coworker, Corey. However, when her husband Nathan returns to town with his new wife, Bonnie's façade begins to crack, and she must confront the trauma from her past that she's been trying to bury.

Elsewhere, Renata's life implodes as her husband's financial fraud investigation is revealed to the public, causing her to lose everything she's worked so hard for. With no one to turn to, Renata spirals into a deep depression, lashing out at those closest to her.

As the episode progresses, tensions continue to rise amongst the Monterey Five, and the truth threatens to come to light as Mary Louise becomes more and more aggressive in her pursuit of justice for her son. With everything on the line, the women must come together and decide whether to tell the truth or risk losing everything.

The Bad Mother is a gripping episode that delves deep into the psyche of its characters, exposing their fears, desires, and weaknesses. With strong performances from its talented cast, the episode is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.