: The use of "Adagio for Strings" during the final scene was polarizing; some found it deeply affecting, while others viewed it as a "musical shortcut" to manufactured tragedy.
: Sophie Skelton’s performance during the confrontation with Stephen Bonnet was noted for its strength, though some reviewers found the idea of Bonnet showing even a shred of contrition—such as giving her a gemstone for the baby—to be "beggaring belief". Critical Perspectives on Themes and Execution Outlander 4x12
While the episode was emotionally powerful, some aspects drew mixed reviews: : The use of "Adagio for Strings" during