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The centerpiece of the episode is the charity volleyball tournament. It’s a classic teen drama trope, but it serves a purpose: it highlights the friction between Belly’s "Cousins" life and her "Home" life.

The Summer I Turned Pretty: S1E5 "Tan Lines" Recap & Analysis [S1E5] Tan Lines

The friendship between Laurel and Susannah is the real soul of this show. Seeing them try to navigate a "normal" summer while knowing it might be their last one like this is heartbreaking. Final Thoughts The centerpiece of the episode is the charity

While the kids are playing volleyball, the adults are dealing with the actual weight of the world. Seeing them try to navigate a "normal" summer

When Taylor gets injured (or "injured"), Conrad steps in to play with Belly. This is pure fan service for Team Conrad. The chemistry is undeniable, even if they spend half the time bickering. It shows that even when they’re at odds, they’re in sync. 2. The Cam-Cameron Exit