Ep 2. The Return of the Grievous Angel

The Return of the Grievous Angel is the second episode of the first season of Republic of Doyle. Set in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, the show revolves around Jake Doyle and his father Malachy Doyle, who run a private investigations agency named "Doyle and Doyle". In this episode, Jake is hired by a woman named Rachel, who wants him to investigate her fiancé's apparent suicide. Rachel believes that her fiancé, Danny, was murdered and wants Jake to find out the truth.

As Jake investigates Danny's death, he discovers that Danny's father, Walter, is a notorious criminal who has just been released from prison. Walter used to be a member of a criminal gang called "The Grievous Angels" and rumors are that he is trying to reform the group and take over the city's criminal operations. Jake and Mal have a long history with Walter as they grew up in the same neighborhood and were childhood friends.

As they delve deeper into the case, they discover that Danny was involved in an art theft and was working for Walter. They also find out that Rachel's father, who is a gallery owner, has a valuable painting that Walter wants to steal. Soon, the investigation leads to a confrontation between Jake and Walter, and it becomes evident that the Grievous Angels are back in action.

The episode is filled with action and intrigue as the Doyles work to unravel the mystery behind Danny's death and the resurgence of the Grievous Angels. It also explores the complex relationship between Jake, Mal, and Walter, who have a shared history that they must navigate as they try to solve the case.

Through its strong character development and engaging storytelling, Republic of Doyle delivers a compelling and entertaining episode that sets the stage for the rest of the season. The Return of the Grievous Angel is a must-watch for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.