: The town is rocked by the news that Kate has been found alive in Martin Harris's basement.

Happy Birthday, Jeanette Turner? | Cruel Summer S1E1 Recap The pilot of Cruel Summer , titled "," introduces a twisty, three-year mystery set in the fictional town of Skylin, Texas. The episode centers on Jeanette Turner, whose life undergoes a radical and disturbing transformation across three consecutive birthdays: June 21st, 1993, 1994, and 1995. 1993: The Sweet Outlier

: In a shocking confrontation, Jamie punches Jeanette in the face, suspecting she knew more about Kate's disappearance than she let on. 1995: The National Pariah By 1995, Jeanette is the most hated person in America.

: After a chance encounter with "It Girl" Kate Wallis at the mall, Jeanette is inspired to take a risk by breaking into a vacant house.

One year later, everything has changed. Kate Wallis has been missing for months, and Jeanette has effectively stepped into her life.