In the wake of Bill's blood-drenched resurrection, Sookie , Eric, Jason, Jessica, Tara, Pam and Nora escape the Authority compound as Sam, Luna and Emma avoid swarming monitors. Presently packmaster, Alcide finds that the activity accompanies obnoxious side dishes, yet other significant advantages. In Bon Temps, Andy manages child rearing four infant human-faerie half and halves. In the interim, Louisiana Governor Truman Burrell pledges open season on vampires. Jessica comes back to Compton Place as Jason hitches a ride with a shocking outsider.