Murder, betrayal and revenge is on the cards in soapland next week (Picture: BBC / ITV / Lime Pictures)

With murder, betrayal, revenge and revelations all on the cards in the land of soap next week, we recommend making sure you tune in because it’s all going down!

EastEnders, as always, proves unmissable, with shocking scenes lined up as Dean Wicks target Linda Carter once more. The rapist, however, soon learns just how unwelcome he is in Walford, with a life left hanging in the balance.

Over in Emmerdale, Mackenzie Boyd finally mutters up the courage to tell Chloe Harris that he simply doesn’t want to be with her, with Chloe retaliating in a shocking fashion, using Reuben to punish cheating Mack.

Coronation Street, meanwhile, sees Amy Barlow and Aadi Alahan quizzed by the police over a mystery event which has taken place, with sparks soon starting to fly between the two.

And as for Hollyoaks?

Well, all hell breaks loose, with Mercedes McQueen and Felix Westwood getting engaged, with a party set to follow that could very much scupper the bride-and-groom-to-be’s nuptials.

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EastEnders

Linda receives support from the community as Dean lashes out – and he soon pays a shocking price (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)

Dean blames Linda after the word ‘rapist’ is written on the exterior of Beales Eels on the opening day of the business. George and Elaine are worried about what Dean’s threat of slander could mean for the pub, leading Linda to try and strike up a truce with the rapist. A tense showdown ensues, however, with George’s actions resulting in Dean taking a tumble down the stairs.

Sam stages her comeback – but there are shocks to come (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)

Sam makes her long-awaited return to Walford, bringing with her a wave of trouble, much to the dismay of Phil, with Kat horrified that her husband is considering helping her out. But when Sam’s life is put in danger, Phil ultimately races to the rescue.

Suki and Eve have a heart-to-heart (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)

Suki’s heart breaks to see Eve happy with Tessa and, when Vinny questions her, she lets rip about the depth of her unhappiness. Vinny vows not to stand in her way if she wants to be with Eve and thus Suki asks her former flame if there’s any chance of a reconciliation. Eve doesn’t want to go back to a closeted relationship and thus declines. Suki, meanwhile, plots her escape from Nish and even writes goodbye letters, before making one last plea for Eve to come with her.

Coronation Street

Amy is questioned by DS Swain (Picture: ITV)

Amy and Aadi hope that Dan won’t remember anything that happened the night before. DS Swain, however, calls at the flat and tells them that they need to accompany her to the station, where she tells Amy she could be looking at five years in prison for what’s happened. Afterwards, Amy thanked Aadi for stranding by her. Aadi leans in for a kiss, which Amy reciprocates, but suddenly she’s overcome with a wave of panic.

Liam is targeted by Mason and his cronies (Picture: ITV)

Liam is stitched up for Dylan’s trainers being stolen and thus he receives hateful messages online, which Dylan urges him to ignore. Mason, meanwhile, gets in Liam’s face, telling him if he rats on him again, Maria will suffer. Liam is subsequently corned by Mason, Dylan and his cronies, showering him in rubbish and calling him a rat. When Mason starts taking pictures, Liam knocks the phone out of his hand. Mason pulls out a knife and threatens Liam.

Nina and Asha have an honest discussion (Picture: ITV)

When Asha reveals she’s spending the day with Isla going through coursework and then they plan to have dinner, Nina admits to Asha that she’s jealous. Asha assures her she’s nothing to worry about and they’re simply friends

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Emmerdale

Chloe takes cruel and shocking action in attempt to cause Mack and Charity heartache(Picture: ITV)

Mack proves true to his word as he breaks the news to Chloe that their relationship is over. Chloe is devastated but covers, dismissing him in a cold fashion as she breaks down in Amy’s arms. When she subsequently sees Mack and Charity together, she races over and slaps Charity. Bitter Chloe then decides to take action, cruelly plotting to take Rueben away from Mack, who will never be allowed to his son again. Sarah lets slip Chloe’s plan, with Mack and Moira swooping into action to stop vengeful Chloe from leaving.

Caleb questions Kim over Craig’s demise (Picture: ITV)

Caleb detects that Kim had something to do with Craig’s death and thus he starts to dig for more information, much to Kim’s dismay. After relaying his concerns to Nicky, Caleb speaks to Cain, who is concerned about how close his brother is getting to the truth.

Rhona pays a visit to the hospital to see the baby Lucy gave birth to (Picture: ITV)

Rhona struggles to resist going to see the baby Lucy gave birth to, who is in the ICU. Gus is there too, which alarms Rhona as she tries to get some information from a nurse. April, meanwhile, knows her parents are keeping secrets and wants the truth.

Hollyoaks

Mercedes and Felix get engaged – but what will Warren make of the news? (Picture: Lime Pictures)

Felix admits his true feelings for Mercedes and gets down on one knee to propose again and, realising the ring is Nana’s, she says yes. Warren, however, is pondering telling Felix the truth – will he do so?

Yazz struggles(Picture: Lime Pictures)

Yazz is struggling with her diagnosis of premature menopause and it’s putting a strain on her marriage, Misbah tries to help her daughter, but feeling like she’s being punished for not wanting children and knowing the choice has been taken away from her, Yazz doesn’t want to talk anymore about it and walks away. Not knowing how to cope, Yazz lashes out at Carter.

Darren gets some big news (Picture: Lime Pictures)

Darren goes to Norma, much to the concern of Ethan, who overhears and intervenes, desperately trying to talk his mate out of working for the villain. Darren, however, reiterates just how strapped for cash he is and, with Morgan’s medical bills piling up and his family relying on him to provide, he feels he’s got no choice but to work for Norma until she says his debt is paid off. Norma, however, offers to lend him the money to pay the bills, leaving him in shock.

EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBCOne. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks airs weeknights at 7pm on E4, with first look episodes on All4.

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With murder, betrayal, revenge and revelations all on the cards in the land of soap next week, we recommend making sure you tune in because it’s all going down!