Season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, has been a whirlwind of emotions, and after Jeremiah abruptly ended the wedding, sending Belly to Paris, fans were left wondering how this story could possibly stitch itself back together. Episode 9 left mixed feelings as Belly spent most of her time chasing a stolen bag in Paris, Conrad was unfairly blamed for nearly everything, and Jeremiah burned more bridges than he built. But just when viewers thought the season was running in circles, the closing minutes reignited the spark, Conrad decided not to give up on Belly, while Jeremiah told her to erase his number from her life.
Episode 10 finally dives into new ground, picking up threads the books only hinted at, and it does so with a mix of time jumps, heartfelt conversations, and the first signs of healing. Here’s a full breakdown of everything that went down.
Belly’s New Life in Paris
The episode wastes no time in shaking things up with a time jump. Months have passed since the failed wedding, and we land right in the middle of Thanksgiving. Belly has been living in Paris, balancing a job under the table with online classes. On the surface, she’s building a new life, but loneliness is seeping through the cracks. She misses home, yet she isn’t ready to return just yet.
Her friends urge her to head back to the States for the holidays, but Belly stubbornly clings to her Parisian adventure, as though distance can help her sort through the mess of her feelings. A FaceTime call with Taylor offers a glimpse of what’s happening back home - Steven and Taylor are still happily together, Jeremiah is numbing himself with casual flings, and his brother has ghosted Conrad since the day of the wedding.
Thanksgiving Drama Back Home
Meanwhile, Steven and Taylor’s Friendsgiving is supposed to be lighthearted, but the holiday table quickly becomes a battleground when Jeremiah’s father shows up. He discovers Jeremiah has been lying about where he’s been staying, and the confrontation escalates to the point where Adam threatens to cut his son off. Jeremiah’s world teeters on collapse, but Max extends unexpected kindness, offering him a place to stay. It’s a small gesture, but one that begins to shift Jeremiah’s path forward.
Conrad Finally Reaches Out
While Jeremiah is facing the consequences of his choices, Conrad spends Thanksgiving alone; he calls Laurel, and inevitably the conversation drifts to Belly. Laurel gently tells him that Belly has decided to stay in Paris through the holidays, a detail that stirs something inside Conrad. Instead of dialing her number, he chooses another route, he begins writing her a letter.
This is a window into Conrad’s heart; he imagines her days in Paris, wishes her happiness, and pours out emotions he struggles to express in person. As his words are narrated, we see Belly weaving through Parisian life, creating new memories while the calendar flips toward Christmas.
Belly’s Christmas
Christmas doesn’t sparkle for Belly the way it used to. She spends the day working at the bar, texting Jeremiah a quick holiday greeting. He starts typing back, but the response never comes. Instead of wallowing, Belly grabs another drink and dances alone, only to be interrupted by Benito, whose holiday plans fell through; their sudden connection sparks a new dynamic, one that seems to hint at a possible new suitor entering the mix just when fans thought the love triangle was all but closed.
Back in the States, Conrad hopes to use Christmas as a chance to reconnect with Jeremiah, but his brother can’t bring himself to walk into the gathering. A conversation with Laurel in his car is as close as he comes before driving away. Later, Jeremiah finds solace with Max; he admits how hard it’s been to face everyone, and she reminds him that healing isn’t a race. Their talk plants the seed of something tender between them, giving Jeremiah a new sense of possibility.
The Iconic Care Package
As the new year approaches, Taylor flies out to Paris to celebrate with Belly. She quickly notices a spark between Belly and Benito, but the conversation doesn’t linger as Jeremiah unexpectedly calls. The former couple shares a surprisingly sweet conversation. Jeremiah updates her on his new job as a busboy, and when Belly starts to apologize for the past, he cuts her off. He doesn’t want to rehash old wounds, he just wants her to know he’s okay and hopes she is too. Their goodbye feels like more than words; it’s a mutual acceptance that their romance has finally ended.
But Jeremiah isn’t the only Fisher brother to reach out. Belly soon receives a package from Conrad, instantly recognizable to book fans. Inside are Sour Patch Kids, Junior Mints, and the stuffed polar bear he once won for her. Though the episode denies us the heartfelt letter included in the books, the gesture alone carries weight, showing Conrad’s quiet but enduring love. Taylor urges Belly to move forward, and as midnight strikes, she shares a kiss with Benito.
Remembering Susannah
The story skips ahead to spring. Belly prepares for graduation, but Gemma tempts her with the idea of staying in Paris longer by taking over an apartment lease. As she mulls over the decision, Laurel reminds her it’s the anniversary of Susannah’s death; a flashback of Belly with Susannah reminds us all of how deeply she influenced Belly’s sense of love and choice. It becomes clear that Belly is still figuring out who she wants to be and with whom.
Brothers Reconciling
Susannah’s memory also becomes the push Jeremiah and Conrad need to mend their fractured bond finally. The brothers confront the pain they’ve caused each other. Conrad admits he never stopped loving Belly and explains that he made a promise to their mother to protect Jeremiah, even if it meant denying his own feelings. Jeremiah confesses that he too made a promise to Susannah, one that he couldn’t keep either. Their mutual honesty cracks the wall between them. They hug, they cry, and for the first time in months, they truly see each other.
Conrad even admits to writing letters to Belly, though she hasn’t written back. Instead of jealousy, Jeremiah encourages him to keep trying, a moment that proves how much both brothers have grown.
Setting Up the Endgame
In the final act, Conrad once again writes to Belly, telling her about reconciling with Jeremiah and acknowledging his own enduring feelings. Belly, now firmly rooted in Paris with Benito and the new apartment, finally responds with a postcard. It’s short and polite, but it includes her new address - an invitation in disguise.
The episode closes with Conrad boarding a flight to Paris, determined to face Belly in person. Belly, on the other side of the ocean, prepares for her birthday by stepping into a new look for the summer ahead. The stage is now set for the ultimate resolution: will Belly and Conrad finally find their way back to one another?
Episode 10 is all about rebuilding, whether it’s Belly finding herself, Jeremiah making peace with his mistakes, or Conrad daring to reach out despite rejection. By the end, it’s clear the series is guiding us toward Conrad and Belly as endgame, with the finale promising to tie together years of heartbreak, growth, and unshakable love.
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