A Barrel — [s5e16] Over

: The two work together to track down Mona’s laptop using a ghost phone activation, leading them to the suspicious storage locker.

: Aria's attempt to come clean to Ezra is derailed by "A," who forces her to deliver flowers on behalf of Jason. [S5E16] Over a Barrel

: The episode's central hook is the discovery of a storage locker containing a barrel that may hold Mona’s remains. While the imagery is effectively eerie, some critics felt the "A" plots in this episode were relatively tame compared to the show's usual standards. : The two work together to track down

Pretty Little Liars Season 5 Episode 16 Review: Over a Barrel While the imagery is effectively eerie, some critics

Reviewers from TV Fanatic and Yahoo News highlighted the following themes:

: Hanna catches Jason sneaking out of her house, adding a layer of family drama to the existing "A" threats.

: 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