What happens to Alison in Pretty Little Liars?

In the popular TV series "Pretty Little Liars," Alison DiLaurentis's disappearance becomes the central mystery of the show. Eventually, it is revealed that Alison was actually alive and had faked her death. During the five years she was missing, she was held captive by her older half-brother Charles, later revealed to be transgender and taking on the name CeCe Drake. CeCe was obsessed with Alison and wanted to punish her for causing the accident that resulted in the death of their younger stepsister Bethany Young.

Alison endures unimaginable physical and psychological abuse while held captive by CeCe. She has to learn how to survive in the harsh conditions, and she develops mental and emotional resilience. However, the trauma she experiences leaves lasting scars.

When Alison returns to Rosewood, she struggles with the aftermath of her experiences. She has flashbacks and nightmares, and she is constantly on edge, fearing that CeCe will come back for her. It takes her a long time to heal and rebuild her life, but with the support of her friends and family, she eventually regains her strength.

Throughout the series, Alison becomes an integral part of the group of friends known as the Liars, who unravel the mysteries surrounding Alison's disappearance and other shocking events in their lives. Alison often serves as a catalyst for the Liars' investigations and also confronts her demons and secrets from her past.