[s6e16] Violets -

: Lisbon playing a "clueless girlie" offering champagne to an armed robber is frequently cited as a comedic high point of her undercover work.

: Reviewers generally agree that "Violets" is a "beautifully written" episode that uses its episodic mystery to advance the show's most important character arc. The Mentalist "Violets" Review (Season 6 episode 16) [S6E16] Violets

: The review on Reddit points out that Jane’s story about the artist who could only express love through painting mirrors his own inability to be upfront with Lisbon. He "paints" his love through the elaborate cons he creates for her. : Lisbon playing a "clueless girlie" offering champagne

: One of the most poignant moments discussed by reviewers is the final scene where Jane throws aside his character's scarf and sits alone in the dark, realizing he might have waited too long to make his move. Critical Reception He "paints" his love through the elaborate cons

: The episode introduces Marcus Pike, who serves as a direct foil to Jane. Reviewers from IMDb and community threads note the "roller coaster" ending where Jane watches Lisbon leave with Pike—a man who offers the emotional availability Jane has been avoiding. Key Highlights & "The Con"

The episode is praised for its fun, lighthearted procedural elements before the emotional gut-punch of the finale: