Will The Ladies of Sistas Risk It All? Their Hard-Earned Success Hangs by a Thread!
Thoughts on Season 8 of Sisters: Is Everything Falling Apart?
Hey folks! The conversation about the show’s declining quality has been ongoing since the start of Season 7, particularly with the new writing team. While fans have critiqued the writing for years, I want to zero in on what’s been happening in the first five episodes of Season 8.
It’s not just about Gary’s stabbing; the show seems to be positioning all the characters for their worlds to crumble. This isn’t limited to careers or livelihoods but extends to their personal lives. Honestly, I can’t even call this the calm before the storm because the chaos is already unfolding. A lot of it stems from the characters’ own poor choices. Let’s dive into the “sister circle,” including Fatima, and break it all down.
Karen’s Business Woes
Karen’s new salon has been troubled from the start. Remember the lights being cut off just before her grand opening in Season 7? Pam, mismanaging the finances, claimed to be buying items for the salon but spent most of the money on her personal ventures. While there were moments when the salon seemed successful, it kept falling into financial trouble.
Now, in Season 8, Karen and Pam are business partners, and they’re considering an investment from Marie to clear the salon’s debts. However, things take a dark turn when a customer accuses their product, Roots to Riches, of damaging her hair and demands $400,000 to settle—or threatens to sue. With Karen about to have twins, this couldn’t come at a worse time.
Sabrina’s Uncertainty
It’s hard to pinpoint Sabrina’s downfall yet, but I predict it might involve her desire to have children. If Rich, the man she’s with, turns out to be unable to have kids, it could create tension in their relationship. Sabrina’s also grappling with feeling unfairly blamed for things she hasn’t done, a sentiment she voiced recently.
Dani’s Self-Sabotage
Dani is revisiting old habits, sabotaging a promising relationship. This mirrors her behavior from Season 2, where self-sabotage took center stage. It’s disappointing, especially considering the progress her character has made.
Fatima’s Struggles
Fatima is also in turmoil. Everything she believed about her workplace dynamic has been turned on its head. With Andy’s absence, Fatima is floundering, despite usually being the one holding Andy together. She’s now under the control of her nemesis, Hayden, and can no longer operate as freely as she once did. This change feels jarring and uncharacteristic, but it reflects the writers’ intent to shake things up.
Andy’s Reckoning
Andy is finally facing consequences. As Hayden pointed out, she’s often walked away unscathed while others suffered. Now, she’s under investigation and losing allies, including her chance at a partnership. This marks a turning point for her character, where past actions seem to be catching up.
Is Therapy Working for Dani?
Some fans argue that Dani’s regression stems from her being new to therapy. While therapy takes time, her relapse into old habits feels frustrating, especially after her earlier growth. It echoes complaints about Zach’s character arc in Season 7, where significant development was seemingly undone.
Final Thoughts
Season 8 feels like a reckoning for many of the characters, driven by either reckless behavior or bad choices catching up to them. It’s an intriguing direction, though it risks alienating viewers who prefer more balanced character growth.
What do you think? Are the women’s struggles a sign of the show heading in a new, darker direction? Let me know in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe!
