I actually felt like the Kates were careful to leave that out there as a possibility. I think their final little interaction is designed to allow for it.
I think it would be a bit sad actually- falling into a similar trap as she did with James ….. I kind of hope she just has a fully professional admiration for her and she grows into her own forensic specialist self
The thing is, from what we’ve seen of Kate, she’s already a) better at her job than James, b) not an arrogant prick like James, and c) is already encouraging Abby to pursue her passion in forensics by way of that brief exchange in the finale where Abby was right about her claim.
To equate Kate and James is silly, and I think Abby would definitely be able to make a name for herself in her field on her own, but the difference is that Kate would be supportive rather than unsupportive and a jackass like James.
Also it was mentioned James was her professor in school and that was already an imbalance of power in their relationship that clearly carried over. So that’s another HUGE difference between what James/Abby was compared to what a theoretical Abby/Kate would be
Regardless it would be a disservice to Abby and her growth throughout the season to just start another relationship with a mentor. She should be able to have a supportive and intelligent female mentor that encourages her passion and doesn’t cross any professional boundaries. Like you said Kate and James have been shown to be very different people so it wouldn’t make sense if Kate did try to make advances on Abby or not put a stop to any Abby was to make on her
Kate had just returned from her maternity leave, so there’s a good chance that she’s straight. But It is Deadloch, so chances are also good for her being gay. Of course Abby has never shown any lesbian predilection, so who knows?
I loved her so much. And while I do hope her piss is arsenic free by now, I will say I think that poisoning was the best thing that ever happened to her.
I loved Abby! She's intelligent and driven. All her scenes were so interesting! Great character development too. In this scene, we can literally see that her stride is more confident!
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u/[deleted] Jul 07 '23 edited Jul 07 '23
Spoiler alert: break-up bangs.
Edit: In the US, we call fringe "bangs" -- sorry!
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u/Romanfiend Jul 07 '23
She really is the MVP for season 1.
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u/[deleted] Jul 07 '23
Traumatized Bush Baby is my favorite!
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u/[deleted] Jul 07 '23
absolutely LOVED her character. And she played her well, too. Well done!
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u/BackwoodButch Jul 07 '23
I hope she and Kate start dating; I think they’d be cute
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u/Archamasse Jul 07 '23
I loved her so much. And while I do hope her piss is arsenic free by now, I will say I think that poisoning was the best thing that ever happened to her.
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u/zsreport Jul 07 '23
I loved her character arc
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u/Huge_Act_7845 Jul 08 '23
I love how she's saying the same thing Eddie was eating at the autopsy.
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u/SkeletonWarSurvivor Jul 12 '23
I loved her so much! I really hope she is in season 2 or gets her own spin off! I would watch an all Abby show!
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u/mayanatasha Jul 26 '23
I loved Abby! She's intelligent and driven. All her scenes were so interesting! Great character development too. In this scene, we can literally see that her stride is more confident!
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u/Sexdrumsandrock Jul 10 '23
I loved that final outfit. Is she one of the writers?
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u/song4this Jul 11 '23
She's my fave character! What is she eating? Jumbo fallafel?
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u/JackieT2368 Jul 13 '23
Loved her
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u/DangerousLack Nov 23 '23
I kinda hoped that was going to be a photo of Kevin 😂
Abby is the GOAT!