As events reached a boiling point, Ryan revealed his true nature by murdering Craig, Ed’s former navy colleague. The situation escalated further when Ryan took Ed’s daughter, Abbie, hostage. While Ed initially remained unaware of any personal connection to Ryan, the finale uncovered the shocking truth.
Ryan’s real name is Carl, the son of Nicholas Baxter, a fellow navy officer who died under tragic circumstances. Baxter’s death was caused by Ed and his friends, who, after a night of drinking, decided to harass him.
A web of deception unravels as past actions resurface with deadly consequences (Photo: The Catch/Colonelle Films)Their cruel actions led to an accidental fall into the water, resulting in Baxter’s death by drowning. The group covered up the incident, blaming it on a fabricated drug addiction and planting cocaine under Baxter’s bunk.
Ryan’s Path of Revenge
The fallout of his father’s death left Ryan orphaned at a young age. Years later, a letter from Des, another navy member, revealed the truth about his father’s demise.
Fueled by vengeance, Ryan began targeting those responsible, killing Craig and Arthur, while sparing Des only because of his terminal illness. His vendetta extended to George, a lifeguard who once dated Abbie and posed a threat.
A Climactic Showdown
Ryan’s final target was Ed, but just as he was about to kill him, Abbie intervened, stabbing Ryan and halting his spree. Despite severe injuries, Ryan survived and confessed to his crimes.
A Final Twist
In a surprising turn, Abbie, who had previously canceled her plans to move to Australia, was revealed to be pregnant with Ryan’s child. Although it’s unclear if her parents are aware, her mother’s remark about leaving Ryan in the past and Ed’s troubled reaction suggest unresolved tensions.
How the Book Differs
TM Logan’s original novel takes a darker route. In the book, Ryan murders Ed for interfering in his relationship with Abbie. Additionally, Ryan is revealed to have killed his own family and burned down their home. Like in the series, Abbie is pregnant and decides to keep the baby.
