Reviewers from TV Fanatic and Yahoo News highlighted the following themes:
: Several reviews noted that the episode feels like a "lull" following the season's bigger premieres. It relies heavily on subplots, such as Aria’s college application lies and Hanna dealing with her mother’s secret regarding Jason DiLaurentis. Key Plot Points [S5E16] Over a Barrel
Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 16 Review: Over a Barrel Reviewers from TV Fanatic and Yahoo News highlighted
: Much of the drama stems from the growing distance between Spencer and Toby. Spencer’s inability to stop investigating, even when it puts Toby’s new career in the police force at risk, is a major point of contention. is a major point of contention.