Reviewers from AfterEllen praised the episode for its "gratifying" pace and the way the writers leaned into the "absurd, insane, and sweet" nature of the show. Fans on Reddit frequently discuss how this episode heavily featured Melissa Hastings as a "red herring" for the identity of A, making her suspicious behavior a focal point of the Liars' internal conflicts. Directed By Ron Lagomarsino Original Air Date March 12, 2012 Key Reveal Jenna Marshall is no longer blind. The "A" Trap
: After Byron Montgomery successfully gets Ezra fired from Hollis, the couple takes a major step in their relationship, with Aria losing her virginity to Ezra. Thematic Review
: In a shocking twist, Garrett Reynolds is arrested for Alison’s murder after Jenna turns over "Page 5" of the autopsy report to the police.
Reviewers from AfterEllen praised the episode for its "gratifying" pace and the way the writers leaned into the "absurd, insane, and sweet" nature of the show. Fans on Reddit frequently discuss how this episode heavily featured Melissa Hastings as a "red herring" for the identity of A, making her suspicious behavior a focal point of the Liars' internal conflicts. Directed By Ron Lagomarsino Original Air Date March 12, 2012 Key Reveal Jenna Marshall is no longer blind. The "A" Trap
: After Byron Montgomery successfully gets Ezra fired from Hollis, the couple takes a major step in their relationship, with Aria losing her virginity to Ezra. Thematic Review
: In a shocking twist, Garrett Reynolds is arrested for Alison’s murder after Jenna turns over "Page 5" of the autopsy report to the police.