In today's episode, we delved into the opening chapter of Carly Forshung's romantic novel, "Every Summer After." Our protagonist, Persephone, also known as Percy, finds herself grappling with the aftermath of a breakup and the impulsive decision to get bangs. As she stumbles home from a party, she reflects on her past relationship with Sebastian, an up-and-coming corporate lawyer whose pretentiousness ultimately led to their split.

Percy's narrative takes us through her history of casual relationships and her struggle to connect deeply with others, including Sebastian. She admits to never having been in love with any of her partners, except for one from her past.The episode takes a dramatic turn when Percy receives an unexpected late-night phone call from Charlie, the brother of her long-lost love, Sam. Charlie informs her of their mother Sue's passing due to cancer, a woman who was like a second mother to Percy during her formative years.

Despite the shock and the years of distance, Charlie invites Percy to attend Sue's funeral. This invitation forces Percy to confront her past and the memories of Sam, the one who got away. After 12 years of avoiding the place that once felt like home, Percy decides to return, setting the stage for a poignant journey back to the lake where it all began.Join us next time as we continue to explore the depths of love, loss, and the paths we take to find our way back home in "Every Summer After."