Summary

Season 17 ofMarried at First Sightwas undeniablythe biggest failurein the history ofthe reality series.

Orion and Lauren hit a snag on the honeymoon when a racial ephithet causes tension in the relationship.

Becca nodded in agreement as the two walked off camera seeming a bit shell-shocked.

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Every scene was a repeat of Brennan holding back disgust at Emily while she attempted to win her over.

A bit accident-prone, Emily ended up with severely matted hair on the honeymoon.

It was so bad that she had to cut her hair drastically.

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Brennan seemed shocked at her transformation and quietly unhappy.

Immediately after the honeymoon,Brennan was unable to hide not being physically attracted to Emily.

His mentally abusive behavior continued throughout the relationship asEmilys repeated efforts to connect consistently fell on impenetrable ground.

Rebecca & Austin ‘MAFS’ on wedding day

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Because his words were never direct, Emily was confused about everything and continued trying to win him over.

On a couple’s trip, Emily fell off a four-wheeler and injured herself badly.

To his credit, Brennan did his best to make Emily comfortable and stayed while she was recovering.

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By the time the couple made it to Decision Day, both were brimming with anger and resentment.

Brennan was tight-lipped but continued insisting that everything he did during the marriage was to protect Emily.

Claire claimed she was attracted to Cameron, but she just didnt understand the way he communicated.

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Married at First Sight can be streamed on Lifetime.

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