The Summer I Turned Pretty, #2
It's Not Summer Without You
by Jenny Han
Contents
Chapter Seven
Overview
Belly stops at Taylor’s to prepare for the trip to find Conrad, clashing over her lingering feelings and the need for “closure.” Taylor packs Belly’s bag and extracts a promise to return for a July Fourth boat party. Jeremiah arrives, and he and Belly quietly set out together to look for Conrad.
Summary
Belly arrives at Taylor’s house after deciding to help Jeremiah find Conrad. Taylor challenges Belly’s motives, urging her to seek “closure” with Conrad and to move on, preferably toward Cory. Belly insists Conrad needs friends and that their bond persists despite the breakup.
Taylor demands Belly look her best for seeing an ex and insists on packing Belly’s bag herself. Belly promises to be back in time for a July Fourth boat party and reflects on her shared history with Taylor, recognizing how much their friendship still matters as college approaches.
Jeremiah arrives, looking older but familiar. Belly hesitates to hug him, and Taylor flirts lightly, underscoring old dynamics. After quick goodbyes—and Taylor’s reminder about “closure”—Belly and Jeremiah leave together, planning to return by that night if possible.
In the car, they acknowledge Taylor looks the same and fall into a quiet, tentative companionship as they begin their search for Conrad.
Who Appears
- Belly (Isabel Conklin)Determined yet conflicted; stops at Taylor’s, promises to return, and leaves with Jeremiah to find Conrad.
- Taylor JewelBest friend; pushes Belly toward ‘closure,’ packs her bag, and secures a promise for the July Fourth party.
- Jeremiah FisherArrives to pick up Belly; quiet, supportive, and focused on finding Conrad quickly.