Every Year After: BookTok Hit Romance Adapted for Prime Video

Prime Video has transformed Carley Fortune’s popular romance novel “Every Summer After” into a captivating eight-episode series titled “Every Year After.” The show delves into the love story of Percy and Sam in Berry’s Bay, a picturesque setting that serves as the backdrop for their deepening relationship.

Percy and Sam’s bond evolves over summers spent together in Berry’s Bay, with their friendship blossoming into love. However, the narrative takes a twist when Percy, played by Sadie Soverall, returns to Berry’s Bay after a heartbreaking loss only to discover that Sam, portrayed by Matt Cornett, has moved on with a new girlfriend.

As the storyline unfolds, viewers are taken on a journey through Percy and Sam’s intertwined past and present, exploring themes of heartbreak and longing. The series skillfully weaves together flashbacks to their idyllic summers in Canada with present-day scenes, creating a sense of anticipation around whether the two will find their way back to each other.

While the show’s focus is on Percy and Sam’s love story, it also delves into other forms of heartbreak experienced by supporting characters like Chantal and Delilah. These additional storylines add depth and complexity to the overarching theme of lost love and second chances.

“Every Year After” draws inspiration from the recent resurgence of romance novels in the book market, with Fortune’s novel gaining popularity on the social media platform BookTok before making its way to the screen. The series aims to capture the essence of the beloved book while exploring the timeless question of whether true love can withstand the test of time.

Fans of romance and heartfelt storytelling can now enjoy the eight episodes of “Every Year After” streaming on Prime Video, bringing to life the journey of Percy and Sam against the backdrop of Berry’s Bay.