If your Twitter feed is currently a sea of angry emojis and all-caps rants, you’re not alone. The ninth episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 has dropped on Prime Video, and the fandom is in shambles. With only two episodes left to wrap up this beloved series, Episode 9, titled “Love Lost,” felt less like a step forward and more like a frustrating pause button on the story everyone is desperate to see resolved.
The episode gives us Belly’s Parisian awakening, complete with a perfect Taylor Swift soundtrack moment (“You’re On Your Own, Kid,” because of course). But beyond the aesthetic, fans are left asking a crucial question: did anything actually happen to move the central love story along? The collective answer seems to be a resounding “no,” and the frustration is laser-focused on three key characters.
Why Is Everyone Mad at Conrad in The Summer I Turned Pretty?
Let’s be real: Conrad Fisher is the fandom’s resident sad boy, and Episode 9 might be his rock bottom. Chris Briney continues to deliver a masterclass in silent suffering, but fans have reached their limit watching everyone’s favorite bookish bro get kicked while he’s down.
EVERYONE STOP BEING MEAN TO CONRAD!!!!#TheSummerITurnedPretty pic.twitter.com/U21czW6C3l
— 𝒌𝒉𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒍𝒊 ☁️💫 (@atadbitdelulu_) September 3, 2025
His crime? Trying to be a good brother. The entire episode sees him tentatively checking on Jeremiah, who is wallowing in a post-called-wedding depression. Conrad is doing the right thing, putting his own heartbreak aside to be there for his family. And what is his reward? The gut-wrenching revelation that Belly called Jeremiah from Paris, not him. The look on his face a mixture of shock, betrayal, and profound sadness was a knife to the heart for Team Conrad viewers who are screaming at their screens for this man to catch a single break.
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How Did Jeremiah’s Phone Call Ruin His Redemption Arc?
The episode’s most divisive moment came during Belly and Jeremiah’s long-awaited phone call. It was their first conversation since calling off the wedding, and it was Jeremiah’s chance to show growth, maturity, and understanding.
THIS IS WHAT LIFE AWAY FROM JEREMIAH FISHER DOES TO A PERSON pic.twitter.com/jOPlivOjUG
— bree ❀ tsitp spoilers (@chappellofliv) August 29, 2025
Instead, he blew it spectacularly.
At first, he pleads with her to come home, promising things can go back to “normal.” When Belly firmly states she’s staying in Paris to find herself, his demeanor flips on a dime. He snaps, telling her not to call him ever again. This petulant, possessive reaction felt like a regression to his most immature self, undoing any potential for a graceful redemption arc. Fans quickly compared his behavior to a “manchild,” feeling he punished Belly for prioritizing her own healing, making his love feel conditional and selfish.
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What Was So Disappointing About Steven’s Reaction in TSITP?
We’ve been waiting all season for Steven to find out the truth: that his best friend, Jeremiah, cheated on his sister, Belly, in Cabo. This was his moment to be the protective big brother, to be righteously angry, and to finally see the light about Jere.
you know whats funny
we have been waiting for steven to find out about cabo and he barely had a reaction like everyone was like oh my god hes gonna be so pissed. instead he was like oh thank god that makes me better than them basically and then slept with taylor LOL
— Becky 🌸 (@rubybeaufort_) September 3, 2025
But the writing took a bizarre turn. Instead of empathizing with Belly or even Conrad (who knew all along), Steven made the revelation about himself and his own relationship with Taylor. He used Jeremiah’s infidelity to justify his own past cheating, completely missing the point and failing to show up for his sister. For a character who has always been a voice of reason and family loyalty, this self-centered reaction felt wildly out of place and left fans deeply disappointed.
| Character | The Infuriating Action | Why It Frustrated Fans |
|---|---|---|
| Conrad | Endures silent suffering & learns Belly called Jere. | Feels like endless punishment for a character trying to do the right thing. |
| Jeremiah | Tells Belly never to call him after she chooses herself. | Reveals a possessive, immature side that ruins his redemption potential. |
| Steven | Makes Jere’s cheating about his own past actions. | A selfish reaction that betrays his role as a loyal and protective brother. |
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Can the Finale Stick the Landing?
The core of the frustration isn’t just about these individual moments—it’s about the clock. With only one episode left to tie up years of complex relationships, fans are rightfully anxious. Episode 9 spent precious time on setup without delivering the emotional payoff viewers crave for these characters.
The good news? This is Jenny Han’s story. She’s expertly navigated this love triangle from page to screen, and a moment of maximum frustration often precedes the most satisfying resolution. This episode might be the necessary calm before the storm, the final moment of doubt before Belly’s choice becomes crystal clear. We have to trust that the finale will make this agonizing wait worth it. But for now, pass the ice cream and let the ranting continue.
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