LYNDA HIRSCH ON TELEVISION -- SUMMARIES

By Lynda Hirsch

August 26, 2017 8 min read

"THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL": Liam and Steffy argue about the situation between Thomas, Caroline and Douglas. Steffy thinks it's good for all of them. Liam thinks it is insane. Brooke confronts Sheila about the consequences staying in the Forrester Mansion could have on Eric and Quinn. Not quite believing that her former nemesis is being completely forthright, Brooke queries James about the true extent of Sheila's injuries. Wyatt and Katie take their relationship to the next level; they are stunned when Bill comes to see Will. Wyatt hides in the closet. Brooke presses James to give her the truth. Afraid of Sheila's threats of blackmail, James goes along with Sheila while Brooke is in the room. Later, Brooke tells Eric she thinks that Sheila is not to be trusted. Sheila confides her vision for the future to a stunned James. Sally and Shirley prepare for the fashion preview. Sally admits how much she misses Thomas. She remains hopeful that Jarrett and Bill will give her a fair review. At the office, Bill lets his staff know he will do whatever it takes to bring down Spectra so he can build his beloved skyscraper. Liam surprises everyone, including his father, by announcing his plans to attend the preview to ensure Sally's reputation is not ruined by outside forces. When they are alone, Bill expresses his frustration to Liam. Later at Spectra, Sally tells Liam and Jarrett that since Thomas is in New York, all of the designs are hers. Sally's moments of glory are cut short by a sudden and small electrical fire that begins in an outlet. Liam jumps into action and grabs the nearest fire extinguisher. Liam let's Bill know in no uncertain terms that he is tired of being his father's conscience. Later, Bill expresses his anger to Justin, who gives Bill and idea about Spectra. Sally and Shirley hope that Liam and Jarrett's positive review of the line will help Steffy and the rest of the Forresters realize that she is legit. Jarrett inadvertently lets Bill know about the small electrical fire that happened during the preview. Steffy is floored when Ridge tells her that Sheila is now living with Eric and Quinn. Ridge expresses his curiosity about why Thomas picked up and went to New York and isn't coming back for the fashion show. Steffy covers and tells her father it is a good thing that Thomas has his priorities in check regarding Caroline and Douglas. Ridge wonders what tricks Bill will be up to at the Spectra fashion show. Thomas calls Sally out of the blue and wishes her good luck. She asks him if there is any possibility that he could return in time to see her designs. As Sally is making sure that all of the details are perfect for the fashion show, Bill unleashes his plan on Spectra. He commands Justin to dig up all of the dirt on Spectra and the building.

SNEAK PEEK: THINGS HEAT UP.

"DAYS OF OUR LIVES": While talking to Brady, Nicole realizes she murdered Deimos. Brady thinks he can use the amulet to give someone life in jail. Eric writes a letter to Nicole revealing he still loves her. Abe's arrest was a ploy to make Dario's true partner in crime feel safe. Raines was involved in the counterfeit scam. While Abby is thrilled about remarrying Chad, Kate and Jennifer are not. Blaming Steve for Joey's situation, she tells Roman she does not know if she can forgive. Andre is stunned when he spots Kate and Roman kissing. Even after Kate insists it meant nothing, Andre is still on the warpath. Dumped by Adrienne, a devastated Lucas breaks his sobriety. Heartbroken, he goes to his mother, who does not comfort him. She also tells him if he does not get sober she will remove as head of Wilhelmina. Justin is confused when Adrienne says she wants him back but wants to wait for sex. Lucas comes to Bonnie's room at the inn. Attracted to him, Bonnie, who he thinks is Adrienne, falls into the sack with him. Sonny and Paul plan to marry. Concerned about Marlena's odd behavior, John follows Hattie and winds up in the sanatorium where Marlena is being held captive. As John tries to rescue her, he overtaken by a hospital employee and placed in a holding room. Theo is upset that Abe is always talking against his mother's family. Spotting Tripp giving Claire a thank you kiss for getting him to stay in town, Theo is jealous.

SNEAK PEEK: DOUBLE TROUBLE

"THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS": Lily and Jordan commiserate over the Dare campaign being put on hold and Jordan suggests that Lily come look for work with him in New York. Jordan confides in Lily that he and Hilary have hit a rough patch. When Lily asks why, Jordan admits that Hilary is jealous of how close he is with Lily. Meanwhile, Reed and Mattie discuss their parents' disapproval of their dating. Nikki is surprised when she visits the Tack House and learns that Nick has moved out and Abby has moved in. Meanwhile, Nick tells Chelsea that he's worried that she's not on board with them living together. Jack gloats to Phyllis that he doubts Victoria will be able to get a loan thanks to Hilary's footage. Billy enters and surprises Jack by giving a check for Brash & Sassy's rent increase. Jack is shocked when Billy announces that Victoria received a bridge loan from Neil. Devon is surprised that Neil gave Victoria a loan but quickly realizes that Neil did it so Lily could get her job back at Brash & Sassy. Billy informs Lily and Jordan about getting their jobs back at Brash & Sassy. They go to the Roof Deck to celebrate. Hilary arrives and spies on them acting like a couple. Abby is confused when Zack turns down an interview to discuss the dating app. Zack covers and tells Abby that he's hesitant to publicize the app too much before they're sure it will be a success.

Victor arrives home to find Nikki coming down the stairs with a suitcase. Victor and Nikki argue over Victor's attacks on Nick. Victor tells Nikki that he's concerned that Nick will keep Faith from him but Nikki denies that Nick would do that. While at the Police Station, Sharon notices two hookers who have been arrested being brought in by a cop. Later, she observes a tough guy arrive and announce he is posting bail for the hookers. Sharon takes his picture and sends it to Scott who confirms this is the same guy who was in the hotel room when he went undercover. Sharon waits outside and sees the guy leave with the two hookers but isn't able to get a photo of the license plate.

SNEAK PEEK: OH YE OF LITTLE FAITH

"GENERAL HOSPITAL": Joss and Carly bond when Carly says Joss can see Oscar. Alexis is unhappy when she learns Parker is in Port Charles. Alexis tells Ned she cannot represent him in his case to adopt Leo. When Rudge is on the stand claiming Julian was not innocent in Livvie's evil deeds, Julian fumes over the lies. Julian heads to attack Rudge. Scotty stops Julian, who insists on taking the witness stand. Alexis tells Kristina to stay away from Parker. Carly is furious when she learns Jason and Sonny did not tell her Sam shot Sonny. Carly understands Sam was ill, but reams Jason for not sharing the information with her. Anna learns the diamond Emma gave her was stolen. Finn feels betrayed when Curtis admits he knew about Hayden. Aunt Stella's plan to get Cutis to agree to a blind date goes bust when Valerie is the date.

SNEAK PEEK: SAMS VISIONS RETURN

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