This article contains spoilers for The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2.
Over eight episodes, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 has seen Belly far removed from the perfect summer that she experienced in the first season, and of all the significant changes and decisions the main character must make over the season, the most important is Belly choosing which Fisher brother to be with: Conrad or Jeremiah. The Summer I Turned Pretty is a romantic drama following Belly Conklin, a teenage girl who returns to her summer home only to find that her and her family friends are no longer the children they used to be, and romance ensues. The series is based on a trilogy of young adult romance novels by Jenny Han.
The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 sees Belly and the Fisher brothers working together to save the Cousins beach house from being sold by The Summer I Turned Pretty’s Aunt Julia. Over the season, Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah team up with Taylor, Steven, Skye, and Cam to rescue the house, but inevitably, dramas occur. Sparks fly between Taylor and Steven, despite Taylor’s boyfriend, while Skye stands up to their mother and has their first kiss with Cam. Above all, Belly finds that her heart-wrenching break-up with Conrad in the fall has opened the door for a new romance with Jeremiah, but the decision will not be an easy one.
Conrad Sees Jeremiah And Belly’s Kiss- The Aftermath Explained
The end of The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2, episode 7 shows Conrad walking in on Belly and Jeremiah’s kiss, and thus, episode 8 begins at this pivotal moment. Conrad has just finished his exam and calls Steven, both excited about his performance on the test and his determination to win Belly back. However, this joy fades quickly when Conrad sees Jeremiah and Belly making out in the Brown parking lot. He angrily walks away and Belly follows, leading to Conrad telling her that he doesn’t want her back. Then, he disappears, and Belly worries that she has ruined everything.
When Conrad finally returns to Jeremiah and Belly, the tensions are undoubtedly high. Though he puts on a pleasant facade, Conrad is clearly furious about what he saw. On the drive back home, he asks Belly and Jeremiah very pointed questions about their relationship, making everyone uncomfortable. Conrad even argues with Jeremiah about Belly’s likes and dislikes, trying to prove he knows her better. Though he doesn’t say it, there is no doubt that the kiss is hurting Conrad beyond belief, and his lashing out is proof of that.
How Belly, Conrad, And Jeremiah End Up At A Motel
Episode 8 only gets worse when a severe thunderstorm and flash flood forces Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah to stop at a motel for the night. Because of Conrad’s aggressive mood, their stay is a pessimistic one. Plus, it’s only made worse by the fact that there’s only one room left available with only one bed. As much as Jeremiah tries to keep the mood light, Belly is overcome with guilt over what she has done to Conrad, and also, the decision she knows she must make. That night, Belly struggles to sleep in the single motel bed with Conrad and Jeremiah sleeping on the floor on either side of her.
What Susannah Asks Belly To Do Before She Dies In The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2
Belly remembers the last time she saw Susannah before her death in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2. In the flashback, Belly reveals that Conrad broke up with her at prom and Susannah reassures Belly that he still loves her. Then, Susannah asks Belly to promise to look out for Conrad. It is a strange request because of Belly’s strained feelings for Conrad, but Susannah seems adamant that Conrad needs to be supported by Belly after her death. This promise hints at why Belly would bring Conrad food during Susannah’s funeral, and also, may be part of her reluctance to let him go in the present day.
Steven And Taylor Make Their Relationship Official- Why Taylor Hesitates
While Belly struggles with her choice, Steven and Taylor have returned home and are seeing a rocky start to their relationship. Steven makes an awkward introduction with Taylor’s friends, and the two end the night with an argument. After that, Taylor ignores Steven until he shows up at her house the morning before volleyball camp. Taylor reveals that she got scared of their relationship. She worries about making things official because she has never liked someone as much as she likes Steven, and she doesn’t want to get hurt. Steven assures her that he’ll never leave her, and the two officially become a couple.
Conrad Finally Reveals His Feelings For Belly
At the motel, in the middle of the night, Conrad finally tells Belly that he still has feelings for her. In particular, he tells her that he lied earlier that day and that he does want her back. This is a significant moment because, throughout The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2, Conrad has avoided telling Belly how he truly feels. Plus, Conrad’s confession makes Belly able to see that both brothers like her, and she could have Conrad back. Though it isn’t a grand declaration of love, this scene is a big step for Conrad, who has a habitual problem of oppressing his own feelings.
Belly Chooses Jeremiah In The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2- Why Does She Choose Him?
Belly makes her choice the following morning. She tells Jeremiah that Conrad expressed his feelings for her the night before, and even knowing this, she chooses Jeremiah. The two share a passionate kiss that essentially cements them as a couple. Based on everything The Summer I Turned Pretty has shown about Conrad and Jeremiah, and on Belly’s thoughts in Jenny Han’s book, her choice is grounded in the fact that Jeremiah has always made his feelings clear. With Jeremiah, she won’t have to drag the truth out of him or hear it in the middle of the night. Belly chooses Jeremiah because he is more emotionally stable and communicative.
What Conrad Returning Belly’s Infinity Necklace Means For Them
When Belly tells Conrad that she has chosen Jeremiah, Conrad accepts her decision and returns the infinity necklace that her gave her in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 1. Despite holding onto it after Belly and Conrad broke up, he now offers it up to Belly. This exchange seems to symbolize the official end of Belly and Conrad’s relationship. The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 saw an excess of tension and leftover feelings from them, but now that Belly has chosen Jeremiah, their romance must end. In this way, Conrad giving the necklace back is a definitive conclusion to what they had the previous summer and fall.
Laurel Attends A Writer’s Meet-Up- Her The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2 Ending Explained
During The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2, Laurel’s role has been diminished by her grief for Susannah. Specifically, Laurel has become especially hard on Belly and closed off about her feelings. However, at the end of the season, Laurel attends a writer’s meet-up that she would usually avoid, and more than that, reads an excerpt of her book to the group. This scene is pivotal because it proves that Laurel has changed. She has faced her grief head-on and is now able to honor Susannah rather than keep her grief locked away. Additionally, she offers Belly and Steven advice that shows her newfound sense of understanding towards them.
The Deeper Meaning Behind Belly’s Return To Volleyball In The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2
The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 ends with Belly rejoining the volleyball team. Though this scene may seem small in the grand scheme of the season, it is actually very significant for Belly. In particular, Belly admits that she has let people down, and more than that, had given up on herself. She vows to change this and offer more to those around her. While Belly’s words are said in the context of volleyball, they ring true for her entire life. The end of The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 sees Belly making decisions for herself, not others, and pursuing happiness rather than remaining mired in grief.
