The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Conrad vs. Jeremiah, Belly’s Choice, and Finale Predictions

This Tuesday like many young girls and women around the country I will be glued to my couch to watch the finale of

The Summer Turned Pretty. We've been theough quite a journey with these character and we've seen them come a long way, especially belly. So before we say our finale good bye I thought I would write a post about how i felt about this season.

A little background...

The Summer I Turned Pretty is a coming-of-age romance series based on Jenny Han’s bestselling novels. It follows Isabel “Belly” Conklin, a teenager who spends every summer at Cousins Beach with the Fisher family. Between sun-soaked days, late-night bonfires, and the magic of first love, Belly finds herself torn between brothers Conrad and Jeremiah while also navigating friendship, family, and the bittersweet challenges of growing up.

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Season 1 Synopsis:

The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 1 introduces Belly Conklin as she returns to Cousins Beach for her annual summer with the Fisher family. This year feels different, Belly has grown up, and both Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher begin to notice her in a new way. As Belly navigates her first real love triangle, she also faces the challenges of growing up, shifting friendships, and the bittersweet moments that come with family, change, and discovering who she truly is.

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Season 2 Synopsis:

In The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2, Belly returns to Cousins Beach still caught between Conrad and Jeremiah, but this summer brings more than just romance. With Susannah’s illness casting a shadow over the Fisher family, Belly and the boys must come together to face grief, changing relationships, and tough decisions about the future. As secrets are revealed and loyalties are tested, Belly learns that love isn’t always simple and growing up means facing both heartbreak and hope.

Season 3 begins with Belly and Jeremiah happily at college. Their relationship appears to be going well until a significant revelation elevates it to new heights. This season is packed with major life decisions, a lot of growing up, and significant emotional challenges.

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My Thoughts on Season 3:

I've been a fan of the show since it was first released and have been captivated from the start. However, I've had many questions throughout this season and the entire series.

From the beginning of this show, it's been evident that Conrad is all Belly has ever desired. However, due to Conrad's inability to express his feelings and his tendency to handle life's challenges alone, Belly has been pushed away and into the arms of his brother. Personally, I never fully grasped how Belly could date Jeremiah without considering the negative impact it would have on the brothers' relationship. I found it somewhat alarming and selfish, given what the boys have been experiencing. On the other hand, despite it being evident that Jeremiah has been harbouring this rivalry with his brother, clearly fueled by their parents' favoritism towards Conrad, I believe it was always a disaster waiting to happen with Jeremiah pursuing Belly after obviously seeing how strongly they feel about each other.

Personally, I can't imagine being in a romantic relationship with a guy who has dated my sister, but of course, everyone’s boundaries are different. The whole discussion essentially boils down to one question: "which brother is better for Belly?" I find that answer quite nuanced because every girl has different tastes and preferences when it comes to communication style, physical type, and preferred personality traits. The truth is, it depends on what you value in a partner.

These two boys were raised in the same household with the same parents, yet they have distinctly different personalities while sharing similar values. Some might be drawn to Jeriamh's playful and outgoing demeanor, his emotional openness, or his vibrant optimism. Alternatively, you might find Conrad's protective, reserved, and mysterious qualities more intriguing.

Ultimately, as an observer watching these dynamics from the outside, I feel that even if Belly wanted to pursue a future with Jeremiah, she would need to truly let go of Conrad, which she hasn't done. This isn't to say that I don't believe she loves Jeremiah, but I don't think it's the same. I also feel there is significant codependency between the two of them, which isn't always a bad thing (you should be able to depend on your life partner), but I believe it's important to know yourself before entering a serious relationship much less marriage.

When we last left Belly in Paris, she appeared to be embracing her new life. She has made new friends and has decided to extend her stay because she found an opportunity to rent an apartment without roommates. She and Jeramniah have been separated for a year and have decided to officially move on from each other. They are both focusing on discovering their own identities independently. I believe this is beneficial, especially because they are so young and should have the opportunity for self-discovery.Meanwhile, Conrad has been somewhat isolated from the group due to the incident at the wedding. However, in the last episode, we saw the brothers reconcile on the anniversary of their mother's passing. I believe that day really put a lot into perspective for both of them. Conrad has been writing letters to Belly, and the episode ends with him contemplating a visit to her when an opportunity to travel to Europe for work presents itself. We'll have to wait and see how everything plays out in the finale.

Although I'm almost certain that Belly and Conrad will end up together, you never know what twists or surprises might be in store for us. Whether you’re Team Jeremiah or Team Conrad, one thing is certain: The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 has kept us hooked until the very last moment.

Q&A

• I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

  • What did you love and dislike about this season?

  • How did you feel about Conrad changing his flight?

  • Do you think Jeremiah and Denise (or another pairing) make a cute couple?

  • Who do you think Belly will choose in the end?