Love After Lockup: Life After Lockup Season 1 Episode 9 Broken Bonds
- August 9, 2019
In Love After Lockup: Life After Lockup season 1 episode 9, titled "Broken Bonds," viewers follow the complicated love lives of six couples as they try to navigate their relationships after one person is released from prison. The episode focuses on the ups and downs of each couple's journey towards rebuilding and maintaining their relationships.
One couple, Brittany and Marcelino, continue to deal with trust issues as Marcelino struggles to believe Brittany's story about her ex-partner. He confronts her about receiving phone calls from the ex, leading to a heated argument between the two. Meanwhile, Clint and Tracie have a heart-to-heart about their addiction struggles, with Tracie revealing that she has a desire to use drugs again. Clint expresses his fear of losing her, and they agree to focus on their sobriety.
Lacey and Shane's marriage hits a rough patch as Lacey becomes increasingly frustrated with Shane's lack of motivation to find a job. She becomes distant from him, leading Shane to feel neglected and confused. Elsewhere, Megan struggles to make sense of her feelings for Michael as he continues to play games with both her and his wife, Sarah.
Lizzie and Scott's relationship is put to the test as Lizzie reveals a shocking secret to Scott. He struggles to come to terms with her revelation, leading to a confrontation between the two. Finally, Andrea and Lamar work to rebuild their relationship after Andrea's breakdown and Lamar's release from prison. They focus on their children, hoping to create a stable home life for them.
Throughout the episode, viewers witness each couple's unique struggles as they try to make their relationships work despite the challenges presented by re-entry into society. "Broken Bonds" showcases the complexities of love and the difficulties faced by those who are in relationships with formerly incarcerated individuals.