A Delightful Second Chance Romance
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Prime Video’s romantic drama “Every Year After,” based on Carley Fortune’s novel and adapted by Amy B. Harris, explores the nostalgia and heartbreak of first loves over six summers and a decade later, blending depth with teen romance.
- The series follows Persephone “Percy” Fraser as she returns to Barry’s Bay, a lakeside town in Ontario, to confront her past after the death of a close family friend, revisiting memories of love, friendship, and pain.
- Featuring strong chemistry between leads Sadie Soverall and Matt Cornett, the show spans nearly 20 years, allowing viewers to see characters grow and evolve beyond typical YA romance tropes.
- Supporting characters like Chantal, Delilah, and Jordie are given nuanced storylines that highlight themes of friendship, personal struggles, and the complexity of relationships.
- All eight episodes of “Every Year After” are set to premiere on June 10 on Prime Video, offering a heartfelt exploration of life-changing first experiences and the possibility of second chances.