Season 11: The Fourth Quarter
Let’s talk about the last 4 episode titles and synopses of Season 11. I also share my predictions for the upcoming final 4 Episodes.
Hearties, we are officially 3 Quarters through Season 11! Being from the south I love a good football reference. Historically, the fourth quarter is when the best of the best emerge to bring the team to victory. We are in the 4th Quarter of When Calls the Heart Season 11 and BIG things are happening. The previews and synopses for Episodes 9-12 indicate we are in for a RIDE. Buckle up! The writers are pulling out all the stops and putting their best forward to close the season with a WIN.
Disclaimer: The majority of this post was written on Monday. Since then we have received the Season 11 Episode 10 press package and various interviews with the cast, crew, writers, etc. Those were not taken into consideration when writing this post.
Here are the synopsis and episode titles.
Episode 9: Truth Be Told
Rosemary's newspaper article creates waves when she questions Lucas's judgment. Allie discusses her birth father with Nathan, and Elizabeth realizes Little Jack is growing up.
Episode 10: What Goes Around
Allie makes a daring decision, and Nathan and Elizabeth rush to intervene. Uncovered memories shift Lucas's plans. Faith takes a big step. Mei cooks for Hickam's family.
Episode 11: Run Into You
Nathan and Bill take charge when a notorious gangster threatens the town. Rosemary teams up with her competition to uncover the truth. Elizabeth and Nathan take a leap of faith.
Episode 12: Anything For Love
A wedding celebration brings heightened emotions and surprises. Nathan and Elizabeth exchange secrets. Rosemary and Lee pitch Lucas an idea for the future of Hope Valley.
Let’s dive deeper into the synopses for Episodes 9-12.
My Thoughts & Predictions
Episodes 9 & 10 - Truth Be Told & What Goes Around
Allie’s Biological Father
“Allie discusses her birth father with Nathan.”
Looking at the synopses for Episodes 9 and 10, it appears Allie’s gripple with wanting to know her birth father will be a 2-episode arc. This will inevitably push Nathan and Elizabeth closer together. The preview and sneak peek for Episode 9 shows Elizabeth advising Nathan regarding this situation. Allie overhears Nathan discussing her birth father with Faith and then proceeds to ask questions. The Episode 10 synopsis states, “Allie makes a daring decision, and Nathan and Elizabeth rush to intervene.” That’s why I predict it will be a 2-episode arc with Nathan & Elizabeth heavily involved. I also think Allie will want to visit her Father, but something goes wrong leaving Nathan & Elizabeth to pick up the pieces.
I think there is another connection between Episodes 9 and 10; Lucas. Episode 10 might wrap up the shooting storyline or at the very least Montague’s story. Here’s why. In Episode 9, Rosemary questions Lucaas’s judgment in a newspaper article. Could she be questioning Lucas’s decision to accept Montague’s bid? I know I am! If so, this may tie into Episode 10, given the synopsis states, “uncovered memories shift Lucas's plans.” The plans are to build the resort ( I doubt it happens and I will discuss it later) in Hope Valley with Montague’s bid. But will Lucas connect him to the shooting somehow causing him to pull the offer? Or will the true culprit be revealed?
Side note: I don’t think Montague did it after watching Episode 8 but I will discuss that in my recap.
The remainder of the Episode 10 synopsis suggests big storylines for Faith and Mei. “Faith takes a big step. Mei cooks for Hickam's family.”
Rewinding to Episode 9, a preview reveals Dora Watson, Lily’s grandmother, is on the mend and coming back to Hope Valley for her. Now, this may be far-fetched but the fact it states Faith “takes a big step” makes me wonder if Dora willingly gives up custody of Lily and Faith adopts her. Think about it…Dora has some health issues and I won’t predict her age, but Faith is young, well-off, and can provide more consistency in the long run. Faith has found a purpose in caring for Lily. If Lily is not here to stay what is the point of Faith’s storyline regarding longevity? With Season 12 in the works, I would not be surprised if this was similar to their plan(s). Another wish/prediction is Tom will return next season and eventually enter a courtship with Faith. There has always been a little sparkle between them since Season 2. The plus side of this would be Little Jack would get to spend more time with his Uncle Tom!
I did not forget Mei! I think it is significant that Mei is cooking for Hickam’s family. But does this mean Hickam’s ENTIRE family will visit Hope Valley? If so, what is the point of bringing in his family unless there is a wedding? Or maybe an engagement? (More on this later)
Episode 11 - Run Into You
Gangsters & Prohibition
Watch out Hope Valley! Some gangsters are coming to town and Team Gravery is back in action! Are the gangsters related to the rum runner, Casimir Shaw from Episode 8? Could it be Al Capone? Either way, I am excitedly curious (is that even a thing!?) to see Nathan & Bill back in the saddle together and fighting high-stakes crime!
If I remember correctly, prohibition has barely been discussed in Episodes 1-8 so I am curious to see if/how much of a topic it will truly be.
Investigative Reporters
Are Rosemary and Randell Rockwell teaming up? Count me in! What are they uncovering the truth about? Lucas’s shooting, the gangsters, or both? This will no doubt be comical but I know answers will be given. I am intrigued by this because this must mean something big is happening!
A Leap of Faith
As for my favorite couple, “Elizabeth and Nathan take a leap of faith.” I am intrigued! This could mean something as big as an engagement or as simple as making their relationship official and telling the kids. I know I have a preference!
Episode 12 - Anything For Love
Did anyone else think of the song I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That) by Meat Loaf when they read this title?
Wedding Bells & Exchanging Secrets
“A wedding celebration brings heightened emotions and surprises. Nathan and Elizabeth exchange secrets.”
The wedding talk is controversial, but it truly could be any couple. I would be content with Mei & Mike or Nathan & Elizabeth. Maisey served as the segue into the Hickam family. Remember she mentioned Mike should introduce her to their Mother? I predict this will happen in Episode 10 especially with Mei cooking for his family. I also think Mei & Mike will get married in Episode 12. They have made steady progress over the season and hints have been dropped almost immediately. From Bill’s off-the-cuff “you two look like an old married couple” to Mike and Mei wanting to “spend the rest of their lives with each other” a wedding would not be far-fetched. It’s almost unfair to compare this new, young, and immature love between Mei & Mike to Nathan & Elizabeth. When I say immature I don’t mean that negatively. But I do consider Nathan & Elizabeth, Rosemary & Lee, and even Florence & Ned to have a more mature love. They have experienced love and overcome losses or hardships together. Speaking of hardships, I think it would benefit Mei & Mike to go through hardships together to help build a mature love. But for now, I am fine with them being the couple demonstrating young love, and being a place of respite.
Could exchanging secrets be vows? Or will Elizabeth read Nathan part of her journal? I know so many people want Nathan & Elizabeth to be married, and I do too. I am ready for the blended family storyline! But I need things done thoughtfully and not rushed even if that means marriage waits until early Season 12. I would be open to and support an engagement because it is about time for that!
Hope Valley’s Future
Rosemary and Lee pitch Lucas an idea for the future of Hope Valley.
I thought the future of Hope Valley was the resort! I will take this as confirmation that Lucas heeded Henry’s advice and walked away from the resort project. Thank goodness. If the resort is off the table (for now) what was accomplished by introducing this storyline? My guess would be character growth for Lucas but I will have to until the finale to know for sure.
It’s hard to brainstorm ideas of what it could be since we are 4 weeks out! Why do I feel this idea will be grand and Lucas’s main story for Season 12?
Closing Remarks
Again, I know these are controversial topics with many moving parts and opinions, but having differing opinions is fun! I am not trying to persuade anyone or force my opinions. Everyone is welcome to express their opinion here! I love hearing different perspectives because it helps me form a more rounded opinion.
Questions for YOU!
What are your thoughts on the prospective wedding?
What could Rosemary and Lee’s NEW idea for Hope Valley be?
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I came into the season excitedly expecting the slow burn romance of N & E, so I was not expecting them to get married this season. I still don’t honestly, but I have thought about the “leap of faith” and the “wedding celebration.” It doesn’t say wedding, but instead wedding celebration, is there a difference? Could the leap of faith be an elopement? Then a celebration of that wedding? I do remember reading about this season having a wedding that WCTH hasn’t done yet. And I also think that in Ep 11 Nathan faces danger, and both he and Elizabeth have to come to terms with past fears and finally put faith in their love for each other. So a tiny part of me thinks it could happen that way, but I would still be shocked if it did! Fun to think about! Always enjoy reading your blog! ❤️
What intrigues me most about the episodes synopsis is: episode 10; uncovered memories shift Lucas plans. I think that means we get the answer to “Who shot Lucas?” either at the end of episode 9 or in episode 10. In episode 8 we saw the conversation between Pike and Lucas. We didn’t see al of it but what Lucas heard confirmed that his shooter isn’t behind bars and he is still in danger. Accepting that is important in his recovery and dealing with his PTSD. I think we will see this continue in episode 9 resulting in a flashback as the cliffhanger at the end of episode 9. Because in episode 10 Lucas acts upon his uncovered memories bij shifting his plans. Knowing Who done it leads to knowing the danger he is in / they are in. So that leaves the last quarter of the season to wrap up this storyline with some mountie action and the changing of plans (to the one by Lee and Rosemary). I can’t wait to see this unfold. This season goes by so fast.