Ep 7. After Hours

Max Revere is a brilliant crime novelist and lecturer at Columbia University who is drawn into detective work. After hearing about a string of murders on the East Coast, she comes to New York to help Detective Dylan Reinhart with the case. Dylan is a former CIA operative turned professor who wrote a book on criminal behavior and the two quickly become partners in solving crimes.

In season 2 episode 7, titled "After Hours," Dylan and his partner Lizzie are called to investigate the murder of a wealthy man who was killed in his own home. As they begin their investigation, they realize that the victim's family and staff are all relieved that he's dead. It turns out that the man was abusive and controlling, and everyone in his orbit is a suspect.

As they interview the various suspects, Max joins them to offer her expertise. She quickly zeroes in on one suspect, a young woman who worked for the victim as a personal assistant. Max believes that the woman was seeking revenge for the man's mistreatment, and she sets out to prove her theory.

At the same time, Dylan is struggling with his own personal issues. He's been seeing a therapist to deal with PTSD from his CIA days, but he's reluctant to open up to her. He's also dealing with the fallout from his personal life, as his boyfriend Andy is upset that Dylan doesn't want to move in with him.

As the investigation heats up, Dylan and Lizzie begin to suspect that the killer may be someone else entirely. Meanwhile, Max's focus on the personal assistant leads her down a dangerous path that puts her own life in jeopardy.

Ultimately, the team is able to solve the case and bring the killer to justice. Along the way, Dylan learns to open up to his therapist and begins to repair his relationship with Andy. Max continues to be a valuable asset to the team, and her skills as a writer and investigator prove invaluable.

Overall, "After Hours" is a gripping episode that showcases the strengths of the show's characters and their unique personalities. From Dylan's brooding intensity to Max's sharp wit and intelligence, each character brings something special to the table. As the season continues, fans can look forward to more thrilling cases and exciting twists and turns.