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Bones: The Radioactive Panthers in the Party (2017)
How dare they
After all of the episodes of this show I have reviewed, I have never given one of them a 1/10, but I simply cannot get on board with this episode. Let's review the failures of this episode:
They tease us with the lobbyist killer body at the end of the last episode and then we get this garbage episode? What a rip off! It's almost as bad as that early season episode when they teased us with the body on the Washington monument. I know they are probably going to get to all of that in the final two episodes but I just wish we weren't still doing these random episodes without a thought out plot. We didn't once mention the lobbyist killer. How is that possible? I thought it was going to maybe be a B plot but no, they are acting like they didn't just dig up a body that can possibly exonerate Zack.
I'm sorry, I REFUSE to accept this story line for Wendall. It's not right, and therefore I refuse to allow it to be cannon. Like what were the writers thinking?! Wendall, the one who called this job a "miracle" way back when, doesn't believe this is his true calling?? I mean I know that things can change - people change majors and careers all the time. But you are telling me after god knows how many years of being in grad school, all the countless hours of studying, that Wendall isn't going to write his dissertation in the field of anthropology? All because he couldn't figure out what to write his dissertation on? If I recall correctly, Arastoo took a while to figure out his dissertation as well and Bones didn't say anything about it to him. I don't know I don't think the writers did Wendall justice here. I have always been a fan of Wendall and I don't think it is fair to end his story like this. Time and time again we have seen Wendall fight to work at the Jeffersonian and now he's like ya know what, you're right, I'm not as passionate about this as the other interns. That's some bull, buddy. And ya wanna know how I know it's bull, because I have watched 12 seasons of this show (most of the seasons multiple times) and I know enough to say that Wendall is passionate about this field of study.
Best part: the only redeeming quality for the wendall storyline is how Brennan approached it. While I fully do not agree with the conclusion she comes to, I think she really did handle it well and in a caring manner. I also loved that she told him that he will always have this family and that he can still come over to watch the game with her and Booth. It goes to show the strong relationships that he has made along the way. I'm glad that at least the writers didn't destroy that like they did with his future career.
Worst part: how can I choose just one? Let's go with the boring case that I barely paid attention to
In all honesty, I just want to end this review with a little note to the Bones Booth Podcast. I hope you guys see this. I just want to say that I have had a blast reviewing all of these episodes and I love listening to your episodes every week. Thank you for giving me something to look forward to every Wednesday! And thank you for reading the IMDB reviews, it has been fun to engage with you guys through these. I can wait to hear you guys review this episode and hopefully read this review one day (in like 4 years). Thanks again! :)
Bones: The Steal in the Wheels (2017)
Ding dang doodle!
Gordon Gordon AND Buck and Wanda?!? How could this not be a 10/10!?
The case for this particular episode was kind of whatever. To be honest I didn't really follow much of it and it sort of seemed as though the writers didn't put much effort into it. I'm still kind of confused as to how he ended up in all that hay, but maybe I just missed that explanation.
The real exciting parts was having Gordon Gordon back, who really helped Hodgins with the Gormagon case. I also love that the Gormagon vault was essentially preserved for all of these years. I mean it makes sense that they wouldn't get rid of anything, because it's evidence. But it's as if Hodgins' office is a replica of the vault - silver skeleton and all.
We also got to see Buck and Wanda Moosejaw! Now I don't think it was my favorite adventure that Buck and Wanda have taken (I don't think anything can top double trouble in the panhandle), but it was really fun to see Booth and Bones go undercover (probably for the last time of the series). It feels like a great ending.
Overall, we made some great progress with the Gormagon stuff and I am so excited to see how that storyline played out.
Best part: Gordon Gordon of course!
Worst part: lazy writing for the case.
Bones: The Tutor in the Tussle (2017)
The last few scenes make it worth it
The last 5 minutes or so of this episode are really the only reason that I am giving this an 8/10.
I absolutely died laughing when Brennan was talking to Fisher about him writing the fan fiction about her novels. I think it is so amazing and hilarious and he was mortified and it was just brilliant. I don't even care about whether it is realistic for the publisher to send Brennan fan fiction about her novels. The fact that Fisher writer fan fic about an intern sleeping with Brennan (or I suppose Kathy) was simply amazing.
We also had a fun scene between Booth and Brennan about how young is too young for Christine to hear Brennan's books. This scene got me wondering whether Brennan and Booth talk about their work in front of her. As daughter of someone in law enforcement I know that there is a lot of different comfort levels about sharing about the job. Some people feel like they have to talk about their jobs with their family in order to process their days and others feel like it's better if their families aren't aware of the horrors in the world. I feel like Brennan would probably want to talk about these things in front of their kids where Booth wouldn't think it's appropriate. On a side note, I would kill to hear Brennan's "tasteful" retelling of the evil step sisters getting their eyes pecked out.
Overall the case was kinda blah, we have seen a story line like this before (season 4 the bones the blew, a bodyguard of a rich family is murdered by the girl because he threatens to tell the school she is cheating). Also, why did that mom just let the kid confess to murder? And, was that legal for Brennan to shine the flash light on the bike to look for blood? I know it was in an open area but it's still private property and I think a warrant may have been necessary.
Best part: Aubrey standing up to his dad and saying that he is the man he is despite his father
Worst part: Brennan's voice recording for the audiobook.
Bones: The Price for the Past (2017)
An unforeseen victim
This episode was really good! I had no idea that Aldo was going to be our victim. As they were putting the pieces together I was so sad that it was Aldo because I always thought that he was a chill character. It was sad to see Brennan and Booth so torn up about this.
The torture piece of this was super super nasty. Once they figured out it was the rats with the bucket torture technique I couldn't help but think of that scene in Game of Thrones where they actually show it. So so so nasty.
The bomb that Brennan and Booth was in was super intense and I'm not buying that they just walked away with some scrapes and bruises. I mean Booth was THROWN into the car and he just gets up and walks away? I don't believe it.
Overall I think this episode was solid. I think we are potentially lying the foundation for the final (or one of the final) big bad guys of the series.
Best part: Aubrey telling Jessica that he's totally committed to her
Worst part (besides the torture): did they bar owner say he closes at 5am?? Now I don't live in DC so what do I know but where I'm from bars don't close later than 2/2:30am - Bones Booth Pod, are there bars that actually close at 5am?
Bones: The Brain in the Bot (2017)
Character growth
I'd say that this was a pretty decent episode.
To me, the case feels a bit unresolved. Like I feel like Hodgins put so much effort into mapping out that chaos just for the killer to be a guy on LSD. Also, why did Hodgins have to map the evidence like that? I'm sure Angela would have been able to do the same thing in like half the time on the Angelatron. It made for some interesting scenes but if this was real it probably would have been a waste of time.
One little acting mistake: when Booth is looking for that anti-robots guy in the dark abandoned building, he has hands positioned the wrong way. When using a gun and a flashlight at the same time, the hand holding the flashlight (aka the non-dominant hand) goes under the hand holding the gun. This way the gun hand has support and can push down on the flashlight hand if you were to actually need to shoot.
I really liked Brennan's surprise party. Before I finished the episode I was planning on coming on here and talking about how I wish she was a bit more supportive of her friends but clearly I was fooled like the rest of the team. I thought it was so sweet that Brennan was the one who nominated Angela and recommended Daisy. I love the character growth.
Overall, this episode wasn't anything crazy but it had some decent storylines.
Best part: Booths gift to Brennan was sweet, I can't wait to see what happens with this Zack storyline
Worst part: unresolved storylines (unless I just missed some obvious explanation about all the random trails through the woods that Hodgins had to graph)
Bones: The Head in the Abutment (2016)
Not worth your time
I really didn't care about this episode. I can't stand Dr. Wells. This episode he was just so competitive and the insults were so dumb, I've heard 5 year olds come up with better insults than "your mom" or "you butt" but yeah sure this guy is a genius.
Then we have that guy from Booth's past that can't let go off the fact that he lost state in high school which was just super sad. I mean Booth proved that he was a good guy but letting this guy win but still I really didn't care for the storyline.
Then the spring cleaning storyline was nothing special. Don't get me wrong I love Bones and Booth but don't you think we could find a bit more of an engaging B plot than getting rid of books and socks.
The B plots weren't interesting, the case was boring, and overall I struggled to actually care about this episode.
Best part: Cam's engagement ring! The only good thing to come out of this episode is the reminder that Arastoo and Cam are getting engaged.
Worst part: pretty much everything else.
Bones: The Secret in the Service (2016)
A delightful return
This was a pretty solid episode. I think the highlight was probably having Fischer back. I was wondering what happened to him and it was really nice to see him. Especially that he is Dr. Fischer now.
I also found it fun the Booth's heritage finally came into play. We really haven't mentioned his relation to John Wilkes Booth since the earlier seasons. I also enjoyed watching him join the secret service. I found the shoot out scene to be very exciting.
As for the actual killer, I didn't love that he only killed because of a blood clot in his brain. It's never as fun when the killers do it on accident. It's very similar to when a kid is the killer, just not a satisfying ending.
Brennan being sick was stressing me out. In a COVID world, hearing her cough like that in public with out a mask was crazy. If she did that in 2022 I feel like she'd be getting a lot of odd looks from people.
Overall I'd say that this was a good episode with some fun storylines.
Best part: Fischer coming back, it was really great to see him again
Worst part: the unsatisfying ending to the killer.
Bones: The Last Shot at a Second Chance (2016)
This episode wasn't that bad
I don't know what the other two reviewers are talking about. I found this episode quite enjoyable.
I like that Booth's past life in jail caught up to him in a professional way. It made for an interesting case and a sweet ending.
I also liked seeing that Brennan was getting reviewed by the FBI for her actions. Especially because right before she hit him she made some comment about not being punished. Not that I want her to get punished but it's probably good that the FBI is trying to stop her from hitting people.
I love the little romance story we have between Aubrey and Jessica. It's literally so adorable watching them and I love that Aubrey went to Booth for advice and Jessica went to Cam.
The storyline between Hodgins and Angela is getting better I think which is really nice. I mean I can't imagine what Hodgins is going through, but I think that he definitely has been way too hard on Angela lately. That simple moment of him holding her hand at the end of the episode was really powerful and sweet.
Best part: the kiss between Jessica and Aubrey at the end
Worst part: seeing Hodgins not care about living.
Bones: The Doom in the Boom (2015)
Wow what an episode
I didn't know whether to give this episode a 1 or a 10 because I am just so mad and confused!! I was thinking that this episode was a clear 10/10. I mean we had an interesting case right off the bat with the bomb in the body cavity. Then we got to see Aubrey save Hodgins' life,Arastoo came back, Angela and Hodgins we're gonna have another kid. Then bam Hodgins is freaking paralyzed?!? Just like that?? Where did that even come from? How DARE the writers even think to mess with our guy Hodgins. I mean first we lose Sweets and now Hodgins is paralyzed? I don't even know what to think about this.
Ok ok ok, now that I got that off my chest let's dive into the episode a bit.
Aubrey pulling Hodgins away from the bomb and then jumping on top of him shows that I have been right about Aubrey this whole time, he is just a really great guy that will do anything to protect the people around him. This is seen even more when he left the hospital to go on air saying that a little shrapnel wasn't going to stop him.
I was so happy to see that Arastoo was back. Ugh the moment between him and Cam when she said "I didn't know you were back in town" and he said "I wasn't but I came as quickly as I could" like wow that's true love right there. Then Brennan calls him a consultant not intern, it was just really sweet. We also got that increidble moment at the end where he said he would make cheese sandwiches for minimum wage if it meant coming home to her, so adorable.
I am really glad that we also got Caroline in this episode. I was laughing when she interrupted the moment with Booth and Brennan and they said "can we have a minute?" And she said "sure but some other time" that was gold! Then right at the end when she said she didn't want to know the killers name because she didn't want to give them the fame they were seeking, i totally respected that moment.
Okay, this episode was really good, even if they did that to Hodgins. I was waiting on the edge of my seat to know what was going to happen at every turn which is why this is a 10/10.
Best part: the romance between Cam and Arastoo
Worst part: their treatment of Hodgins (see paragraph one)
Bones: The Promise in the Palace (2015)
Not so memorable
I didn't really feel anything towards the case this week. I mean the magic aspect is cool but I feel like it didn't really go anywhere so it was a tad disappointing.
The B plot was all about whether to give Christine money for losing her tooth. Brennan thinks that it's deceiving. I think that you might as well let your child live with this ignorance and innocence for as long as possible. Like how sad would it be if Christine grew up and was like oh yeah my parents told me that the tooth fairy isn't real, like let the kid get a dollar for losing the tooth.
It was fun watching Clark do his magic tricks. Hodgins comment "oh look you made Dr. B disappear" was really funny to me.
Speaking of Clark, why is he working the case this week? Don't get me wrong, I love Clark and I'm glad he's in the episode but usually they give a little excuse like "oh we had no available interns." For this episode I didn't catch a reason he was just there.
Overall, there's nothing too memorable about this episode.
Best part: "I don't want to teach out daughter that it is okay for strangers to break into her room and steal body parts" - Brennan, I found this comment really amusing
Worst part: I finished this episode like 5 minutes ago and I barely remember who the killer was, why he killed, and how he killed.
Bones: The Senator in the Street Sweeper (2015)
Me think the lady doth protest too much
I love the call back they gave of "me think the lady doth protests too much" it's a great reference to season 1 (?) Bones and it's fitting that it was said to Jessica as she and Aubrey are similar to Brennan and Booth.
I'm 100% here for Senator Aubrey! I feel like he would do a great job.
Can we talk about how Caroline is an absolute icon? I mean seriously, her telling Aubrey "Cher you can't handle me" was absolutely amazing! I love Caroline and I wish she was in ever single episode.
I really liked the scene between Brennan, Jessica, and Angela when Brennan finally figured out what they were talking about and she was getting giggly and was proud that she figured it out. I thought it was a cute/funny scene.
How in the world did Brennan figure out that it was the state of Virginia? There is NO WAY I would have ever been able to put that together. I think it was a bit of a stretch.
Overall, I was amused during this episode. I'm totally here for Jessica and Aubrey. This episode wasn't anything special but it was fun to watch and I thought all of the storylines were good.
Best part: the entire scene of Booth and Caroline in the conference room, their banter is everything
Worst part: Hodgins sniffing the food that came out of a dead person's stomach!
Bones: The Carpals in the Coy-Wolves (2015)
"I'm a Sandwich Artist"
I wasn't going to leave a review but I refuse for the only review on the Betty White episode to be a negative one so here we go.
I hated the intro to this episode. The dad giving the talk "if you're gonna be a man you gotta act like one" was so gross, stop that.
We unfortunately had Dr. Wells as our intern this week and he was unbearable as usual. I cannot believe that he said "great now I need to deal with another gorgeous intelligent woman," like yeah buddy get over it. Im sorry you're suffering from erectile dysfunction but that's not an excuse. Then he shoots hodgins and they just move on? Gosh. So annoying.
As a long time fan of One Tree Hill I was really happy to see Paul Johansson aka Dan Scott make an appearance. He must have done a great job portraying his character on One Tree Hill because here he is in this show still acting as a terrible, rude husband.
Shout out to Cam who said "it's still Dr. Saroyan" to Oliver. Oliver has always been super dismissive towards others so I'm glad Cam wouldn't take it.
Overall, this wasn't a crazy good episode but Betty White is in it so I feel like I have to give it a 10/10.
Best part: "I think I took about 7 steps today" -Hodgins high on a coywolf tranquilizer
Worst part: Oliver and Hodgins unpacking the coywolf poop, sooo gross.
Bones: The Donor in the Drink (2015)
Funerals and Photography
This was another great episode of Bones!
I'm torn on the thing with Hodgins creating an Art Show for Angela. If it were me I'd be so mad because if I told him I am not ready to show others I'd want him to respect my wishes. However in Hodgins' defense, Angela loves the spontaneous stuff he does. He bought their house and their Paris house without really consulting her and she was so happy so maybe he thought this was how she was going to react. I mean it all worked out in the end, of course, but I don't know I feel like there is a line between being supportive of your partner and not listening to your partner's wishes and I think Hodgins dances on that line frequently.
Can we talk about how nice of a guy Aubrey is? Like he and Booth have been working together for like a year? And he is so committed to finding Jared's ashes and making sure booth is as comfortable as possible back at the FBI. HE FREAKING SET UP BOOTH'S OFFICE LIKE IT USED TO BE! Seriously I'm loving Aubrey's character!
I also like how supportive Brennan has been of Booth through this grieving process. I think early seasons Brennan would have really struggled to understand what he was going through and communicate in a way to show that she was there for him. I love that we can see this character growth.
Best part: "ah ha! Just as I suspected" such bad timing but I found it really funny
Worst part: that scene where we had to watch the fish barf, so nasty.
Bones: The Brother in the Basement (2015)
What an episode
This episode kept up a lot of the same intensity and drama that we saw last week. I was relieved to find out that Booth was not a bad guy. Not that I thought the writers would actually do it, but he was looking pretty shady last episode.
What was with that weird zoom in that the camera did when Booth put the silver nitrate on his bullet wound? It felt so out of place and like nothing we have ever seen before.
Then we have Agent Miller saying that the Jeffersonian isn't the best lab, how dare she. But I guess that was the reason Brennan took her job back so I can't complain too much.
Overall, a very solid episode and I'm excited to see where the rest of the season goes.
Best part: Brennan holding Booth up towards the end of the episode when he comes out of the house
Worst part: "skin slippage"
Bones: The Loyalty in the Lie (2015)
What a way to start a season
INCREDIBLE, INCREDIBLE, INCREDIBLE!
Wow the Bones writers really know how to keep an audience's attention. This episode was amazing.
They really had us thinking that it was Booth on the table. I mean I had a very strong feeling that they wouldn't kill him off but still it had me doubt myself. Then, we find out it is Jared. Wow! What a way to bring Jared back into the picture.
I absolutely loved when Brennan was examining the remains she was having flashbacks to the moments she recognized and remembered, it was a really beautiful moment.
I felt so bad for Caroline and Aubrey because they both just wish that Booth had come to them.
I just loved every single scene! If I could give this higher than a 10/10 I would!
Best part: this entire episode, but I'll give a special shout out to Arastoo rocking the blue lab coat and Brennan referring to him as Dr. Viziri
Worst part: ending on a cliff hanger.
Bones: The Next in the Last (2015)
As my friends can attest, I love cake
No surprise, the TV show Bones had another great season finale! It definitely felt like they were wrapping it up for a series finale, but I'm glad that I still have two seasons of Bones to watch.
Aubrey is such a great character. I hate that we had to lose Sweets to have him but I think he is just so caring towards Booth and Bones and I really enjoyed watching that play out throughout this episode.
We also got to see Caroline and how much she truly loves Booth. The relationship is so special and I love her entire character.
I am happy that Hodgins and Angela arent leaving but I am a little sad for their characters. We have seen Angela want to leave this job dating back to season 1 so it's a little sad to know that she's still at the Jeffersonian. I mean she and Hodgins are happy so I guess it's okay but I just wish that Angela can go have that adventure in Paris she always wanted. It also sucks that Palent and his shenanigans is low key the reason they are staying.
I think it's really funny that Booth said "there are a lot of good agents here, a lot better than me." Oh, I'm sorry, Booth, I didn't realize that there are other agents with a higher than 100% solve rate for cases? Seems a bit unlikely, but sure yeah a bet there are a ton of agents better than you (*heavy sarcasm*)
Best part: I really liked watching Wendall, Daisy, and Clark work togehter. We rarely get to see the interns (and Clark) interact with one another and I think that it's nice when we get to see the relationships they have.
Worst part: Brennan and Booth leaving the Jeffersonian and FBI (considering there are 2 more seasons I have a feeling that changes but I guess we will have to wait and see)
Bones: The Woman in the Whirlpool (2015)
Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?
I'd say that this episode was good! I think all of the storylines were done well and there weren't any that I wasn't interested in.
The case this week was fun. Of course, it touched on addiction because that's what Booth is dealing with right now and it allowed us and the characters to draw parallels. I thought it was so ridiculous that they judged a 20 year old for living at home, god forbid! And she was going to college so she wasn't some bum she was just a kid trying to save some money. I also appreciated that Brennan worn a face mask when she cut into the bone because if we learned anything from The Graft in the Girl episode it is that bone dust can mess you up.
I am finally cool with the character of Jessica. I think when she was first introduced her energy was just a bit much for me. But now, I'm really vibing with her character. I also love her and Aubrey and I am 100% here for Bones and Booth 2.0.
I was a little worried at the beginning because it didn't seem like Booth wanted to put in the work and that was frustrating. Like you have been kicked out of your house with the threat of losing you wife, daughter, and unborn child and you aren't doing everything in your power to get them back? But at the end of the episode we saw him talking to his gamblers anonymous group so I think there is some hope.
Best part: Aubrey and Jessica having dinner together at the Founding Fathers after the case, very Bones and Booth of them
Worst part: a little bit of a lack of drive on Booth's part.
Bones: The Verdict in the Victims (2015)
Still a Good Episode
While the murderer may have been a bit obvious, I still enjoyed the episode. I always love a good countdown episode which we definitely got in this episode. I also really liked that Booth thought of that idea about serial killers and their patterns while he is sleeping because that is an accurate depiction of how our brains work through problems.
Overall, while I wasn't surprised to find out who the killer was, I really liked how they set up the episode. We got to have some scenes with Caroline too, which is always fun.
Best part: Aubrey and Christine bonding at the beginning
Worst part: Hodgins and Angela talking about leaving.
Bones: The Lost in the Found (2015)
Not Deserving of the Harsh Views
Despite the current reviews that are on this episode, I really liked this episode of Bones. Are there some flaws with the storyline of having Brennan be more pregnant that what she initially thought, sure, but did that take away from my viewing experience, no.
I found the case this week to be interesting and goes to show the terribly impact that bullying can have on someone. I think we also had a really touching moment where Brennan realizes that she can relate to the victim because she went through the same struggles. This episode is a good example of what could have happened if Brennan didn't keep pushing through.
Overall I think this was a good episode and there's no reason for the reviews to be so harsh.
Best part: Aubrey at the school talking about what it would be like if he and Booth did adopt a child together
Worst part: hearing all the hate notes that drove the poor victim to kill herself.
Bones: The Big Beef at the Royal Diner (2015)
Episode 206: The Real Bone Song
I found this episode to be super amusing. Between creating the real bone song and having knock off Guy Fieri as our victim I thought it was super fun.
I really enjoyed that the episode involves the Royal Diner. After 10 seasons, I think it was nice for us to see some of the people like their waitress and the chef.
I like that Brennan and Clark were writing this song for Christine. I think it was cute that they were both so committed to making an accurate song.
I also love that Angela and Hodgins got someone buy their invention. It was nice that Cam was so supportive of them.
Unfortunately, Booth is gambling again. It breaks my heart to see him placing bets because he has being doing so well. Makes me wonder what Sweets would say if he was still around.
Overall this was a really fun episode and a great way to celebrate 206 episodes.
Best part: the Royal Diner chef reserving Booth and Brennans table for them
Worst part: Booth and his gambling, I know this is going to be super destructive.
Bones: The Putter in the Rough (2015)
Pretty Skippable Episode
This episode really isn't anything special. I wouldn't say that it didn't move the plot forward because we got the stuff with Max but I didn't really care for the case or the stuff with Wendall and Andie.
My only takeaways from the case are that bird poop does damage to bones I guess and mini golf has a masters. Other than that I don't feel like I was really connect or drawn to this case in any way.
Plus the wife of the other mini golf guy as the killer just felt stupid. Her whole "it was self defense" thing because the victim was ruining her life felt dumb.
I'm also not in love with Wendall and Andie. Andie gave me some crazy vibes last time we say her because she was texting and calling like crazy after their first date which really gave me some red flags. Now she's going on about how the clock is their clock and it tells Wendall and Andie time, like what is she even talking about? Idk this thing feels weird.
Overall this was a pretty unimportant episode other than Max getting that ring back for Brennan/Christine
Best part: Christine and Max having a cute relationship
Worst part: pretty much everything else about the episode.
Bones: The Puzzler in the Pit (2014)
I don't think you understand infants, Ms. Wick
I found this episode to be so cute. Booth and Brennan are so committed to being there for Sweets and Daisy's baby it's adorable. Even when Daisy was going on about her crazy doula everyone was there to support Daisy. I like that everyone was there for the birth and that Daisy had Booth be the first to hold the baby.
I also really liked that Aubrey wouldn't let Booth gamble. I think it shows that they are really looking out for each other. So far I like what they have done with this partnership.
I don't love that the killing was accidental especially because the poor victim had Alzheimer's. But I've decided to give this episode a high rating despite this because I found it interesting and I actually liked the Daisy storyline. I have previously gone on rants about how much I dislike Daisy but I think the writers have done a really good job with her character lately.
Best part: daisy's insistence that Booth be there because that's what Sweet's would want, I think it's super cute and I'm glad everyone was there
Worst part: accidental killing - these episodes just aren't as fun.
Bones: The Money Maker on the Merry-Go-Round (2014)
Gateway Swear Words
I thought this episode was good because we got to see some more development of Audrey's character. We learn that he was also abandoned at a young age which leads to some nice relationship building between him and Brennan.
Unfortunately our intern was Oliver. Every time he shows up on screen we are reminded of how much of a pompous d*** he is. Like he is an intern who is supposed to be learning from Brennan but he is so determined to be better than her that it's annoying. I did enjoy that Hodgins took Brennan's side when Oliver was talking about how he was going to be the one to solve the case.
The B plot of Christine swearing was kinda boring. I wish they parented that situation better.
Overall, I liked the episode because of the relationships between Hodgins and Brennan and Brennan and Audrey.
Best part: "when I look at you I feel like I'm looking in the mirror after a bad hangover" -Hodgins
Worst part: the fact that Brennan hasn't fired Oliver yet.
Bones: The Corpse at the Convention (2014)
Jeffersonian Security (Sort of) Does Their Job
I really enjoyed this episode! I liked that it was a completely different format from what we usually see. It had a similar vibe to a bottle episode because we were really focused on the convention and the people involved.
I love that everyone thought our team were like superstars walking around the convention.
Hodgins said the best line of the episode "This is the third time I have been a murder suspect." I love that the writers are acknowledging that they often make Hodgins a suspect.
We also get to see Wendall (who's in remission!). Wendall and Booth had a really sweet but kinda intense moment together. I just really like seeing their relationship.
We also got to see the Jeffersonian security sort of do their job. They helped escort people out of the building. Now they are partially the reason someone got in but hey more than what they have done in earlier seasons.
Overall, I found this episode very amusing. It was a bit more light hearted and the limited suspect pool and locations makes it fun!
Best Part: Bones comment to Wendall "you are no use to me if your cancer returns and you die, Mr. Bray" I love that it is her way of saying she cares
Worst Part: The crowd not laughing at Bones' (well really Booth's) joke "great food, no atmosphere" -- that right there is a funny joke and its a shame that barely anyone laughed.
Bones: The Geek in the Guck (2014)
Mr. Lite Brite
I'd say that overall this episode held my attention really well. I think the case and the two B plots were interesting enough that I was curious going into every scene.
I'd say that the way we stumbled upon this body was probably on the more ridiculous side. It happened because two teenage boys were looking at satellite images trying to see girls. So essentially, using Google Maps. My problem is that the body they find was dead for 6 days, in the water for 3.5 and on shore for 2.5. But Google Maps, as a reference, updates their images like every 5 years or so. My question is what are the chances that these images were taken so that we could find a body? Now maybe I'm just off in my comparison and I know it's fictional and it fits in with the whole tech theme for the episode but it's just a little ridiculous. The reason these boys were going to the satellite images makes it bizarre as well.
I also found it humorous that there were a couple comments made at the beginning of the episode about how they weren't sure how they were gonna identify the body. Like you have identified people with a small piece of skull, I think you'll find a way when you have the whole body and skeleton minus the arms.
Our intern of the week was Jessica Warren. So far, she's tolerable and we learned more about her this episode which made her feel a bit more tolerable to me but I'm still not 100% vibing with her character. I did find it super sweet that Angela and Hodgins took her home after the case. I feel like we usually see that "mom and dad" role filled by Bones and Booth (think about them taking in Sweets and supporting Wendall) so it was really nice to see Hodgins and Angela step into the role.
Best part: seeing how much Booth and Bones care about Christine and how much they are trying to make sure she doesn't have a childhood like they had
Worst part: Jessica Warren suggesting that thr Angelatron wouldn't have been as accurate, how dare you.