Ep 9. Murder 101

The Pretender season 3 episode 9, "Murder 101," follows Jarod as he assumes the identity of a criminology professor in order to help a student who has been accused of murder. The episode begins with Jarod being approached by his former mentor, Dr. Sydney, who asks him to help a young woman named Sarah who is currently enrolled in his criminology class. Sarah has been accused of murdering her boyfriend and Dr. Sydney believes that Jarod's unique skill set could be of great help in proving her innocence.

Jarod agrees to help and soon finds himself teaching Sarah's class while simultaneously conducting his own investigation into the murder. He quickly discovers that the victim was involved in some shady dealings and had many enemies, making it difficult to determine who the real killer is. Jarod also learns that Sarah's boyfriend had been working on a manuscript that he had submitted to a publisher before his death and that this manuscript may hold the key to solving the case.

As he delves deeper into the case, Jarod also finds himself drawn to Sarah, who he sees as a kindred spirit. Like him, she has been forced to assume a false identity and live a lie in order to survive. As the two of them work together to uncover the truth, Jarod can't help but feel a sense of connection to Sarah, even as he struggles to maintain his own cover.

As the investigation progresses, Jarod finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the real killer. He must use all of his skills and knowledge to outmaneuver the killer and bring him to justice before it's too late. Along the way, Jarod must also confront his own demons and come to terms with his past in order to move forward and truly be free.

The episode culminates in a thrilling confrontation between Jarod and the killer, as all the pieces of the puzzle fall into place and the truth is finally revealed. In the end, Jarod is able to not only clear Sarah's name, but also help her find a way to move past her own demons and start anew.

Overall, "Murder 101" is a gripping episode that showcases Jarod's unique skills and his ability to help those in need. With its mix of suspense, drama, and mystery, it is a standout episode in the series and one that fans are sure to enjoy.