The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Episode 9 Review

Season 3, Episode 9 of The Summer I Turned Pretty focuses on the emotional aftermath of the explosive wedding that ended with Jeremiah walking away from Belly, and Belly spotting Conrad at the airport while she was about to leave for Paris. Contrary to expectations, Belly does not approach Conrad; instead, she boards the flight to Paris, aiming to join a program there, but quickly discovers her spot was given away.

Stranded and feeling alone, Belly experiences a personal low, including having her bag stolen, which contained a priceless ring from Jeremiah. After retrieving it at a rave with the help of new acquaintances, Belly decides to stay in Paris to focus on herself rather than immediately resolving her love triangle dilemma.

Meanwhile, Conrad is shown grappling with his pain from the failed wedding and fractured family ties. He is supported for the first time by his father, who advises him to give Jeremiah space, acknowledging past family issues. Conrad is left feeling helpless, recognizing he is the root of the problems, and prepares to distance himself from Jeremiah. Yet, his discovery that Belly is in Paris opens the possibility of a future reunion.

Jeremiah is portrayed as emotionally lost, waiting anxiously for contact from Belly, and struggling with his immaturity and dependence on her. A heartfelt conversation with Taylor reveals that Jeremiah’s life revolves too much around Belly, and he cannot see a healthy future without broadening his perspective. When Belly calls to say she will stay in Paris, Jeremiah reacts with pain and anger, telling her never to call again.

Taylor and Steven’s storyline offers a hopeful contrast, as they rekindle their relationship, promising to be more supportive and present for one another. Their reunion brings a sense of normalcy and happiness amidst the turmoil of the main love triangle.

The episode is praised for its emotional depth, strong performances, and effective storytelling, particularly in showing the individual struggles of the three brothers and Belly separately. With only two episodes remaining in the series, the stage is set for a dramatic conclusion regarding Belly’s ultimate choice and the resolution of the love triangle.

Conclusion

Episode 9 of The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 serves as a thoughtful and emotionally rich exploration of the consequences of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Belly’s journey toward self-prioritization, Conrad’s painful self-awareness, and Jeremiah’s struggle with emotional immaturity are portrayed with nuance and strong performances.

The parallel storyline of Taylor and Steven offers balance and hope. With only two episodes left, the show effectively builds anticipation for a poignant and possibly transformative conclusion to this compelling love triangle drama.