Jeremiah Or Conrad Novels & Stories

Oh wow, the eternal 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' debate! Team Conrad has this brooding, mysterious charm that’s straight out of a classic romance novel—like Darcy from 'Pride and Prejudice' but with surfboards. He’s the slow burn, the one who makes you ache because he’s terrible at communicating but so obviously in love. Jeremiah? Sunshine personified. He’s the guy who brings you pancakes after you cry over Conrad. But here’s the thing: Conrad’s love feels like it’s carved into his bones, messy and permanent. Jeremiah’s love is warm and easy, but does it have that same depth? I’ve re-read the books a dozen times, and Conrad’s quiet ‘I’ll always come back for you’ wrecks me every time.

That said, Jeremiah’s growth in the later books is chef’s kiss. He’s not just the comic relief—he becomes this layered, resilient person. But Conrad? He’s the storm you can’t look away from. If you want butterflies and angst, go Conrad. If you want a love that feels like summer vacation, pick Jere. Me? I’m Team Conrad, but I’ll defend Jeremiah stans to the death.

Let me just say, the 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' fandom wars over Jeremiah vs. Conrad are intense, and I’m here for every second of it. Team Jeremiah fans adore his golden-retriever energy—he’s the life of the party, wears his heart on his sleeve, and makes Belly feel cherished without all the brooding. Conrad stans, though? They’ll argue his depth is what makes him irresistible. That quiet intensity, the way he loves fiercely but struggles to show it… it’s classic slow-burn romance material.

Personally, I flip-flop depending on my mood. Jeremiah’s spontaneity is infectious (remember the Fourth of July fireworks scene?), but Conrad’s growth in the books hits harder emotionally. Also, let’s be real: the love triangle works because both brothers bring such different flavors to the table. Team Jere is sunshine and inside jokes; Team Con is stolen glances and years of unspoken history. Neither is 'wrong'—they just appeal to different love languages.

The whole Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah debate is such a rollercoaster, especially if you've read 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' trilogy. Personally, I lean toward Conrad because there’s this depth to his character that feels so raw and real. Yeah, he’s moody and complicated, but that’s what makes his growth so satisfying. Jeremiah is sweet and fun, but Conrad’s emotional journey—how he learns to express himself and fight for what he wants—just hits harder.

That said, I get why people adore Jeremiah. He’s the sunshine to Conrad’s storm, and his loyalty is undeniable. But for me, the way Conrad and Belly’s love feels inevitable, like it’s woven into their history, seals the deal. It’s not just about who ‘wins’—it’s about who feels right for Belly’s growth, and Conrad’s flaws make their ending more earned.