The Summer I Turned Pretty television series is based on a popular young adult romance trilogy written by American author Jenny Han.
The series delves into the life of Isabel "Belly" Conklin and her coming-of-age summers spent at Cousins Beach, exploring themes of first love, heartbreak, and family. Each season of the show generally corresponds to one book in the beloved trilogy.
The Book Series
The three novels that form the basis of the show were published by Simon & Schuster. Here are the titles and their original publication years:
| Book Title | Publication Year |
|---|---|
| The Summer I Turned Pretty | 2009 |
| It's Not Summer Without You | 2010 |
| We'll Always Have Summer | 2011 |
About the Author
Jenny Han is a New York Times bestselling author known for her engaging young adult novels. In addition to The Summer I Turned Pretty trilogy, she is also celebrated for the To All the Boys I've Loved Before series, which was also adapted into successful film franchises. Her works often focus on realistic relationship dynamics, family bonds, and the journey of self-discovery during adolescence.
Key Aspects of the Books
- Genre: Young Adult Romance
- Themes: Love triangles, friendship, family dynamics, growing up, first love, grief.
- Narrative: The books are primarily told from Belly's point of view, offering intimate insights into her feelings and experiences.
Fans of the television series often read the books to gain a deeper understanding of the characters' internal struggles and motivations, as well as to experience the story in its original form.
