Prime Video's sensational summer romance The Summer I Turned Pretty has left viewers utterly speechless, delivering one of the most emotionally charged season finales in recent memory. The Season 2 climax doesn't just tie up loose ends—it throws a hand grenade into the central love triangle, ensuring fans will be counting down the days until Season 3.
The episode, adapting events from Jenny Han's final novel in the trilogy, sees Belly finally making her choice between the two Fisher brothers. But in true TSITP fashion, nothing is simple. Just as she declares her love for one brother, a devastating secret from the past resurfaces, threatening to destroy everything.
The Heartbreaking Choice
After a season of intense emotional turmoil, Belly makes her decisive move. She ends things with Jeremiah, recognising that her heart truly belongs to Conrad. The scene is beautifully shot at the beach, mirroring where much of their summer romance began.
Conrad, overwhelmed with emotion, finally opens up completely. He confesses he's always loved her and presents her with the iconic necklace—the symbol of their connection throughout the series. It appears the 'Team Conrad' fans have won.
A Bombshell Revelation
However, the celebration is short-lived. In the final moments, Jeremiah drops a nuclear-level revelation about events that occurred during his and Conrad's time at Stanford. The information directly contradicts what Conrad has told Belly and suggests a fundamental betrayal of trust.
The season ends with Belly's face—a perfect portrait of shock, heartbreak, and confusion—leaving her ultimate decision hanging in the balance. It's a masterful cliffhanger that changes the entire context of the love triangle.
What This Means For Season 3
This cliffhanger perfectly sets up the central conflict of the third season, which will adapt Han's We'll Always Have Summer. The revelation will likely:
- Test Belly and Conrad's relationship before it can truly begin
- Force Jeremiah into a more antagonistic role, fuelled by hurt and betrayal
- Explore complex themes of grief, family loyalty, and forgiveness beyond the typical love triangle tropes
With production on Season 3 delayed due to the Hollywood strikes, fans face an agonising wait to see how this dramatic cliffhanger resolves. One thing is certain: the peaceful summer days at Cousins Beach are well and truly over.
