In a revelation that has sent shockwaves through the fandom, 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' author and showrunner Jenny Han has dropped a colossal spoiler: Jeremiah Fisher is Belly's ultimate endgame. This confirmation, straight from the source, has decisively shifted the landscape of the show's central love triangle, leaving Team Conrad reeling.
The bombshell was dropped during Han's appearance at the 'Showmance' event in London, where she addressed the passionate and divided fanbase. Her statement serves as the clearest indication yet of the trajectory for the upcoming third season on Amazon Prime Video, which will adapt the final book in her beloved trilogy.
The Finale That Changed Everything
The season two finale laid the groundwork for this confirmation. After a tumultuous summer of heartbreak with his brother Conrad, Belly makes a conscious choice to pursue a future with Jeremiah. The final scenes see them share a passionate kiss on the beach, seemingly closing one chapter while explosively opening another.
Han's explanation provides crucial insight into Belly's mindset. "She makes an active choice to be with Jeremiah... She could have very easily gone off to college and been single, but she doesn't want to," the creator stated, highlighting Belly's agency in choosing the younger Fisher brother.
A Divisive Decision Among Fans
The announcement has ignited a firestorm online, passionately splitting the dedicated fanbase. Social media platforms are now a battleground between the two camps:
- Team Jeremiah: Celebrating the validation of their ship, praising Belly's choice for a healthier, more communicative relationship.
- Team Conrad: Expressing devastation and disbelief, holding out hope for a last-minute twist that brings Belly back to her original love.
This division underscores the powerful connection audiences have forged with the characters and their complex emotional journeys.
What This Means for Season 3
Han's confirmation is a clear signal that the show will stay true to the endgame depicted in the book series. Fans of the novels will know that this choice sets the stage for immense drama, exploring the profound complexities of first love, brotherly rivalry, and the difficult path to self-discovery.
While the destination may now be clearer, the journey promises to be anything but smooth. The third season is anticipated to delve deep into the challenges Belly and Jeremiah will face as a couple, with the ever-present shadow of Conrad and their shared history looming large.
One thing is certain: the wait for season three has become exponentially more agonizing for fans, who are now left to dissect every detail of this game-changing revelation.
