Introduction
For those who have read the book series by Jenny Han, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” is a must-watch on Amazon Prime. The show follows the life of a young girl named Belly (short for Isabel) who spends every summer with her mother and brother at a beach house where they reunite with old family friends. In this article, we will be discussing episode 5 of the first season.
Belly’s Birthday
The episode starts with Belly’s 16th birthday. Her mother surprises her with a cake and presents, but it’s clear that Belly is still upset about the recent events that have unfolded. She is still processing her feelings for both Conrad and Jeremiah, who are brothers and both have feelings for her.
The Beach Party
As the day progresses, the beach house fills up with guests for Belly’s birthday party. Belly continues to struggle with her feelings and tries to avoid both Conrad and Jeremiah. However, it’s clear that both brothers are still interested in her and tension rises between them.
Conrad’s Jealousy
As the night continues, Conrad becomes increasingly jealous of Jeremiah’s attention towards Belly. This leads to a confrontation between the two brothers where they argue about their feelings for Belly.
The Kiss
Later in the night, Belly goes to the pier to clear her head. Jeremiah follows her and they have a heart-to-heart conversation where he tells her how he feels about her. This leads to a kiss between the two of them. However, Conrad witnesses the kiss and is heartbroken.
The Aftermath
The episode ends with Belly trying to navigate her feelings and the aftermath of the kiss. Both Conrad and Jeremiah are still interested in her, and she’s not sure what to do next.
Conclusion
Episode 5 of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” is full of drama and tension as Belly tries to navigate her feelings for two brothers. The show is a great adaptation of the book series and is definitely worth watching.