Ep 7. Sex Week

Tariq St. Patrick is back at it again with his elaborate schemes and intricate plans to keep his family and himself out of harm's way, but things start to get a little complicated in season 1 episode 7 of Power Book II: Ghost. The theme surrounding this episode is the exploration of sexual relationships and how they can be both an asset and a hindrance in the interconnected lives of the characters.

With the introduction of Tyriq's love interest Diana Tejada's family ties expanding deeper, conflicts arise, causing them to question the reconciliation of their relationship. In addition, Monet Tejada, Tariq's mother, starts to juggle her extraneous sexual affair with relevant competition, Lorenzo Tejada, and her uneasy relationship with Cooper Saxe, the prosecutor in her son's case. The moral of the episode is not everything is as it seems where delving into the roots of anyone's sexual relationships can uncover unexpected truths.

Meanwhile, Tariq is struggling to control his growing attraction towards Lauren Baldwin, his study group peer, which takes a turn for the worst after she addresses their 'what-if' scenario during sex week. Lauren's roommate, Riley Sweeney, finally makes her appearance, which isn't good news for Tariq as Riley has made it her mission to expose him as the person responsible for his father's murder. The episode delves into another moral implication being that innocent moments can be misconstrued, and alliances shift in a matter of moments.

The episode rounds off with pivotal occurrences, including a showdown inside the Tejada cartel premises and a (not so) surprise visit from the deceased Ghost's best friend, Tommy Egan, who provides Tariq with evidence that could destroy his case while shedding some light on his father's history and legacy. The episode leaves an unforgettable cliffhanger with the reveal of Tommy's real intentions.

Sex week may seem like an ordinary theme, but it intensifies the states of each character and reveals the nature of their relationships. Monet tries to play the field while maintaining her hold over the Tejada family business. Tyriq relies on his connection with Diana to infiltrate her family organization. Cooper Saxe seeks to leverage Monet's sex scandal to get the upper hand in his case against Tariq. Lauren and Tariq's newfound relationship is put to the test, and Riley is closer than ever to unraveling the secrets Tariq is trying relentlessly to keep under wraps. In essence, sex week showcases how the slightest of interaction is an opening to a vast chain of ripple effects that have far-reaching consequences.

All in all, Power Book II: Ghost season 1 episode 7 is one of the most dynamic episodes yet, exploring different human elements that aren't typically considered in a legal drama. It's visually stunning, and the writing is next to none, perfectly balancing drama, comedy, and suspense to create an exciting watch for any viewer interested in enthralling television.