Warning! SPOILERS about Not Dead Yet Episode 5 ahead.ABC’s Not Dead Yet episodes 1 through 4 had a straightforward explanation for the ghosts’ appearances to Nell, but Monty’s reappearance changed things, revealing the ghosts’ true purpose. Nell’s (Gina Rodriguez) various obit subjects appearing only to her eyes once an obituary was assigned to her gave her a professional advantage, as the SoCal Independent readers lauded her obituaries for their warmth and humanity. However, Not Dead Yet’s obit subjects also taught Nell something new, more often than not, with their insights making Nell learn more about herself and how to face her problems.

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