True Blood Season 3, Episode 11: Fresh Blood

Bill tries to earn back Sookie’s trust, but ends up bringing her face-to-face with fresh dangers.

Knowing he’s no physical match for the King, Eric tempts Russell with the “ultimate vampire dream.”

Jason tries to wrap his head around Crystal’s revelation. Sam embraces his dark side, alienating everyone except Tara.

Hoyt and Jessica take their romance to the next level; with Holly’s help, Arlene puts her future in the hands of a goddess; post V-trip, Lafayette struggles with new demons.

True Blood Season 3, Episode 10: I Smell a Rat

Official episode synopsis:

A reluctant Bill warns Sookie about the dangers she will face. Jesus is intrigued by the mysterious qualities of V.

Eric takes precautions and fulfills a wish. Sam’s recent fit of rage triggers dark memories. Arlene turns to Holly for help with a pressing problem.

Jason deals with the unexpected, both with Tara and Crystal. Jessica is torn between Tommy and Hoyt.

True Blood Season 3, Episode 9: Everything Is Broken

With the ratification of the Vampire Rights Amendment at hand, Nan Flanagan detours to Fangtasia to confront Eric about the Magister’s disappearance.

A grief-stricken Russell vows revenge against his foes, vampire and human. Awaking from a slumber, Bill uncovers the truth about Sookie’s true identity.

Jason gets unexpected help as he goes up against Felton (James Harvey Ward) and Calvin. Sam is distressed by Tommy’s attitude.

Tara encounters a new ally and an old tormentor. Hadley introduces Sookie to a new family member. Arlene despairs about her future. Hoyt confronts his true feelings.

True Blood Season 3, Episode 8: Night on the Sun

Shaken and disillusioned, Sookie rethinks her relationship with Bill. Sophie-Anne takes up a new residence as Russell plots his next move.

Jessica and Bill reconcile. Jason throws down the gauntlet in hopes of saving Crystal.

Lafayette gets a surprise visit from his mom, Ruby Jean. Sam tries to keep Tommy in check.

Merlotte’s gets a new waitress. Eric proves the depth of his allegiance to Russell. Sookie finds herself in a vulnerable position when Alcide needs to deal with a family emergency.