“The Summer I Turned Pretty” has gained significant attention since the release of its third season this past summer. The show follows a girl named Belly as she navigates a complex love triangle with her long-time family friends, Jeremiah and Conrad. While many fans are captivated by the love triangle trope, I personally find the show lacks depth and is overly hyped. In short, I dislike it.

Firstly, Belly’s affection for both boys seems entirely artificial. Their relationships often appear superficial and scripted. Belly is particularly frustrating because she seems to pursue fleeting crushes rather than genuine connections. Both fans and critics agree that Belly’s constant switching between Conrad and Jeremiah is exasperating.

Although the love triangle trope is popular in shows, I find it overused. This series centers its plot around it, and while the writers attempt to add depth with other story lines, such as Taylor and Stevens’ romance, it ultimately fails. Their love triangle feels predictable and forced.

The endless back-and-forth has become tiresome for fans. Regardless of whether they support Jeremiah or Conrad, they are likely to be disappointed. This series has relied on this tired formula for too long, and it is no longer exciting or unique. In conclusion, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” is a bland and shallow show that does not merit the hype it receives.