Just posted about this on another thread. I'm really impressed with how this storyline is showing the start of an abusive relationship. It shows how Patrick is gradually controllimg her. It touches on gaslighting, emotional abuse, physical abuse and how he is isolating her from her friends.
I'm particularly pleased that they are showing how this can happen to an attractive, outgoing, confident woman as I hope this will show that anyone can end up in an abusive relationship as some people don't seem to think that. The way they've shown it build gradually so you can understand why Maxine doubts the abuse and doesn't leave is also important in my opinion.
Anyone else seen it/have an opinion? I really think storylines like this are important in shows aimed at teens (so yes that does make me a little older than holyoaks target audience).