Vampire Diaries Season 1 - Episode 15 — The

Reviews for this episode are largely positive, though mixed on specific characters:

: Some viewers found the Kelly Donovan subplot to be a distraction, with one IMDb reviewer calling it the episode's weakest point and noting it felt like a "boring soap opera". The Vampire Diaries Season 1 - Episode 15

: Matt’s estranged mother, Kelly Donovan, returns to Mystic Falls, immediately causing tension for Matt and Caroline. Critical & Fan Reception Reviews for this episode are largely positive, though

: After Alaric confronts Damon and is stabbed to death, he miraculously comes back to life. This introduces the Gilbert Ring , a magical artifact that protects its wearer from death by supernatural causes. This introduces the Gilbert Ring , a magical

: Some critics felt the episode was a "letdown" after a six-week hiatus, as it primarily focused on backstory rather than the immediate threat of the tomb vampires. Episode Statistics Original Air Date : March 25, 2010 IMDb Rating : Approximately 8.1/10 (based on user consensus) Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score : 86% for the series/season