Summer I Turned Pretty: Susannah’s Funeral Gains a Whole New Meaning In Season 3

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The third season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” significantly redefined the events surrounding Conrad, Jeremiah, and Belly, particularly during Susannah Fisher’s funeral depicted in Season 2. Even though Susannah had passed away before the start of Season 2, her influence and memory remained profound throughout the series, given her significant role in Belly’s life. This continuation was evident in both the second season and the final season streamed on Amazon Prime Video.

Susannah (played by Rachel Blanchard), who was Laurel Conklin’s best friend for a long time, was also the mother of Conrad and Jeremiah. Despite a hopeful conclusion at the end of Season 1, where she decided to undergo treatment for her cancer, Susannah eventually passed away. This tragic event occurred during the time when Belly and Conrad were together, and it turned out to be a significant part of their ongoing story, as her funeral played a crucial role in their narrative.

What Happened at Susannah’s Funeral In ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’?

In “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 2, Episode 3, Susannah’s funeral occurred, and the timing had a significant impact on Jeremiah and Belly’s relationship due to an unfortunate incident involving Conrad at the sad occasion.

Two weeks prior to Susannah’s funeral, Belly and Conrad had split up. Since the breakup was recent, Belly hadn’t recovered, and Conrad’s sorrow intensified his mental state. The delicate circumstances surrounding Susannah’s death resulted in a confrontation during the funeral that further strained their relationship, causing it to deteriorate rapidly.

Following the memorial for Susannah, everyone convened at the Fisher residence in Cousins. However, when Belly attempted to console Conrad, she unexpectedly encountered him resting with his former partner. This surprising discovery prompted Belly to lose her composure during Susannah’s funeral service.

To Conrad, this instance appeared as an opportunity to distance himself from Belly by provoking her anger and confiding in his ex rather than her. This action ignited a heated dispute between them, one which marred Susannah’s funeral. In the heat of the argument, Belly lost control and publicly declared that she despises Conrad.

Belly: “I hate you.”

Conrad: “Good.”

Belly: “I never want to see you again.”

In truth, Belly’s actions were prompted by Conrad’s pursuit and instigation of a conflict in full view of others. Belly had indeed attempted to retreat from the situation.

In the novel “It’s Not Summer Without You,” which is the second book in the trilogy “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” Belly characterizes this particular moment as one she yearns to expunge from reality, expressing remorse over words spoken to the boy she loved more profoundly than anything or anyone else.

Conrad felt wounded and preferred to conceal his vulnerable feelings towards Belly, as he carried a sense of guilt for not being able to support her. Unfortunately, Conrad didn’t explain this to Belly, which later proved costly, since she ended up picking Jeremiah by the end of Season 2.

In Season 3, Episode 4 of “The Summer I Turned Pretty”, Conrad was making an effort to be considerate towards Belly and Jeremiah’s relationship. The episode concluded with a reconciliation between Belly and Conrad as he recalled Belly’s birthday, which had a significant meaning (for a deeper understanding of the implications of Conrad’s “what have I done” line, refer to “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 3).

In the third season, this pivotal moment led Conrad to rekindle his feelings for Belly. These developments reached their climax in Season 3, Episode 7, when he discovered Jeremiah had been unfaithful to Belly while on a spring break vacation in Cabo.

Their encounter at Cousins Beach resulted in an emotional standoff. During this time, Conrad admitted that he had harbored feelings for Belly since they separated four years ago. However, he decided to let her go due to his awareness that he would cause her pain, as he was yet to overcome the sorrow of losing Susannah.

Four years ago, I made a big mistake. You might recall the night at the motel when I confessed my lingering feelings for you? That evening haunted me; I was deeply in love with you. I’m certain of it. However, if I had held on to you, I feared causing you harm. This realization left me no choice but to let go. I knew it was best for both of us.

In the third season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” this particular scene offers a fresh perspective on events surrounding Susannah’s funeral. Instead of encouraging Belly to attend, Conrad inadvertently shielded her from his emotional state-a side he wasn’t ready to reveal, despite Belly’s desire to support him.

Susannah’s Funeral Showed Why Both Conrad & Belly Are Wrong 

Even though they were both young and prone to mistakes during a distressing situation, it was inappropriate for Belly to cause a commotion following Susannah’s funeral. However, Conrad’s actions unquestionably set off a volatile reaction, making the situation explosive.

Instead, some might contend that Conrad needn’t have pursued Belly, but there was a valid explanation behind his actions. He was merely trying to clarify that the incident involving his ex-girlfriend held no significance for her.

It’s important to mention that, following Susannah’s passing, Conrad and Belly drifted apart. However, it should be noted that Belly was the one who ended their relationship, while Conrad didn’t protest or try to keep her. This passive response, despite the circumstances, was still incorrect.

Essentially, their dishonesty and unwillingness to speak openly has made their relationship complex. At that moment, they weren’t emotionally equipped, and the delicate setting of a funeral didn’t make things easier.

In the upcoming third season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” the wedding between Belly and Jeremiah is approaching, and it seems that Conrad and Belly have unresolved emotions. This situation could lead to another encounter among the three, potentially resulting in a full disclosure about the truth.

According to Jenny Han’s three-book series named “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” the romantic story revolves around Belly’s personal journey as she explores her desires and identity to determine what and who she truly loves. The cast includes Lola Tung, Rain Spencer, Sean Kaufman, Christopher Briney, and Gavin Casalegno. The third season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” debuted on Amazon Prime Video on July 16, 2025.

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2025-08-25 13:06