Murdoch Mysteries season 12 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Thomas Brackenreid discovers he has a daughter, Nomi, with Sarah Johnston, a woman from his past. Nomi is missing, and Thomas dives into the investigation, uncovering that she was last seen being attacked by Dr. Stanfield. With help from Lydia, a friend of Nomi, Thomas learns that Nomi fought back against Stanfield's advances. Confronting the doctor, Thomas ensures Nomi and her mother's safety. The revelation about his unknown daughter strains Thomas's family life, particularly with his wife, Margaret.
Full Episode S12E09 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nomi Johnston?
Nomi Johnston is the missing daughter of Sarah Johnston and Thomas Brackenreid.
How did Thomas Brackenreid find out about Nomi?
Thomas learned about Nomi from a stranger in a bar who informed him about her possible whereabouts.
What is Nomi's aspiration?
Nomi aspired to be a successful individual, dreaming of wearing fancy clothes and working in an office.
Who is Dr. Stanfield?
Dr. Stanfield is a character who showed an inappropriate interest in Nomi and later attacked her.
What did Lydia Jodoworski do in relation to Nomi's disappearance?
Lydia Jodoworski, a friend of Nomi, wrote a misleading letter to Nomi's mother, pretending it was from Nomi, to stop her from searching.
What is the relationship between Sarah Johnston and Thomas Brackenreid?
Sarah Johnston and Thomas Brackenreid had a past relationship nearly 20 years ago, and Nomi is their daughter.
Why did Sarah Johnston think Nomi was taken?
Sarah believed that Nomi was taken and did not run away, contrary to what some thought.
What was Thomas Brackenreid's initial reaction to helping Sarah?
Initially, Thomas was reluctant to help Sarah find Nomi, feeling disconnected from the situation.
How did Thomas confirm that Nomi was his daughter?
Thomas deduced that Nomi was his daughter based on the timeline and his past relationship with Sarah.
What did Thomas do to Dr. Stanfield?
Thomas confronted Dr. Stanfield, ensuring he would leave Nomi and her mother alone.
How did Nomi defend herself against Dr. Stanfield?
Nomi tried to fight back when Dr. Stanfield attacked her, and Lydia helped her by hitting him from behind.
Why did Lydia send the misleading letter?
Lydia sent the letter to Nomi's mother to make her stop searching, believing it would be safer for Nomi.
What impact did the revelation about Nomi have on Thomas's family?
The revelation about Nomi caused strain in Thomas's family, particularly with his wife, Margaret.
What is Thomas Brackenreid's profession?
Thomas Brackenreid is a police officer.
Did Nomi and Dr. Stanfield have any relationship?
Nomi did not have a consensual relationship with Dr. Stanfield; he showed an inappropriate and unwanted interest in her.