The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 2: Unveiling the Heartbreaking Split-ups – A Deep Dive into Jenny Han's Explanations

Author Jenny Han discusses why all the couples from The Summer I Turned Pretty have broken up and why summer love eventually comes to an end in this coming-of-age series. The show is based on Han's romantic novel trilogy of the same name and follows Belly, a young woman who looks forward to the perfect summer every year at her family friend's beach house and finally finds love with her childhood crush. In Season 2, Belly and her crush have split, along with other relationships on the show, due to the hardships they face, including the death of Susannah. Han explained in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that the many break-ups in Season 2 stem from the life lesson that nothing lasts forever, and the young protagonists will need to navigate the transition from the fantasy of summer love to the realities of life.

None of the three relationships from season 1 have stood the test of time. Season 1 revolved around the allure and enchantment of summer love, while season 2 illuminated the harsh reality that nothing is eternal – not even summer romance, and regrettably, not even life itself. This realization is an arduous lesson in maturity for Belly and all the characters involved. The previous summer and season served as a transient moment, teaching us that life is not always adorned with such exquisite beauty. However, it is precisely this understanding that amplifies the sweetness of those fleeting moments.

Will The Summer I Turned Pretty's Break-Ups Be Resolved In Season 2?

Han also explained that she draws significant inspiration from Taylor Swift lyrics for her romantic stories. She specifically referred to the song "August," which was featured in the teaser for season 2 of The Summer I Turned Pretty. In that song, Swift sings, "So much for summer love and saying 'us' because you weren't mine to lose." Han found these lyrics particularly meaningful. Additionally, in a flashback scene between Belly and Conrad, Swift's "Invisible String" played in the background, which Han appreciated for its "lightness" and how it captured a "really wonderful memory."

As The Summer I Turned Pretty season 2 continues, the audience wonders if the show will revive past romances. Han's comments imply that these characters have moved on from their youthful relationships and are now focused on life's challenges. However, considering the common theme of on-and-off relationships in the young adult genre, it is probable that Belly will find love again by the end of the show or in season 2.

With five episodes left in season 2, there is still room for Han to adapt the second book, It's Not Summer Without You, in her trilogy. Furthermore, since Prime Video has not yet confirmed a season 3 to adapt the final novel, We'll Always Have Summer, viewers will need to tune in to ensure a satisfying conclusion to Belly's story on screen, similar to the impact of the original source material.

Source: EW