Ep 8. Episode 8

Love Island is back with its third season, and the drama is at an all-time high. Episode 8 picks up where the previous episode left off, with the Islanders still reeling from the explosive recoupling ceremony.

In the aftermath of the recoupling, several of the Islanders are left questioning their relationships. Shannon is particularly upset after being dumped by Josh in favor of new girl Chloe. She confides in the other girls, expressing her disappointment at not being given a chance to make things work with Josh. Meanwhile, Chloe is feeling conflicted about her decision to choose Josh, and worries that she may have upset the other girls.

As tensions run high, the Islanders receive a surprise visit from Love Island host Laura Whitmore. She wastes no time in stirring up drama, revealing that a recoupling won't be the only thing on the Islanders' minds tonight. Instead, they'll be participating in a sexy challenge that's sure to have everyone blushing.

The challenge involves the Islanders pairing off and taking turns performing saucy tasks, ranging from lap dances to sensual massages. Some of the couples, like Toby and Kaz, are clearly comfortable with the challenge and aren't afraid to push boundaries. Others, like Chloe and Josh, are more hesitant and struggle to connect on a physical level.

After the challenge, the Islanders have some time to unwind and reflect on the events of the night. Some use the opportunity to deepen their connections, while others struggle to move past their insecurities. Aaron and Mary, who have both been waiting for the chance to couple up, finally seize the opportunity and declare their feelings for one another.

As the night wears on, tensions continue to simmer between Chloe and the other girls. Feeling isolated and unwelcome, Chloe confides in Toby about her struggles to fit in. He offers her some words of encouragement, noting that it's never easy being the new girl in the villa.

The episode ends on a cliffhanger, as Laura returns to announce that another recoupling will be taking place the following night. With so many of the Islanders at a crossroads, it's anyone's guess who will end up coupled up and who will be sent home.