I saw the title of your article last week but still had two episodes to go, didn't want any spoilers so have just popped back in. Knew it would be a brilliant read - and it was :)

Love your insights and points in this; I agree with everything you said. Thanks for another great article.

Sadly, I can relate to this show but from her parents' point of view - based on the conversation the journalist had with them. It's true, there could have been something 'off' there with her father but without wanting to spill some deeply personal stuff here, I will say that it is possible to raise a manipulative, self-absorbed sociopath who has no regard for the law, no respect for others, who has no clue about consequences or responsibility, someone who uses and abuses others to get what they want and to hell with how it hurts anyone else - and all of this despite thousands of hours in therapists' offices, hospital programs etc. and with a parental support and love throughout.

And despite being taught “right from wrong” — and growing up in a respectful, law-abiding, loving environment.

I know what it's like to fall for the crocodile tears over and over again, to dare to trust that maybe this time, they mean it. Maybe this time, my love will be enough. Only to be conned, betrayed, and abused once again.

I have had to be the parent who says "Enough. I'm done." And walks away, refusing to be the target ever again.