I didnt want to do another show like that, Hale says.

I read [Life Sentence], and it was a no-brainer.

So much for that break.

Re-Inventing the Abbotts

Credit: Jack Rowand/The CW

They finally have to deal with the issues theyve been repressing.

But the way they do it will have a comedic twist a new kind of twist for Hale.

(Translation: This one didnt involve attempted murder or a mask.)

There were so many aspects that appealed to me.

Its a feel-good show.

And make no mistake: Hale didnt chooseLifelightly.

She knew all eyes would be on her first post-PLLproject.

When asked about the pressure, she responds: Oh my god, you have no idea.

The new world Hale helped create hits the CW on Wednesday, March 7 at 9 p.m.