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"The Summer I Turned Pretty" and "My Life With The Walter Boys" popularity brings mixed reactions

The book series turned TV shows “The Summer I Turned Pretty” and “My Life With The Walter Boys” have both garnered immense attention on social media and general popularity, following the release of the new seasons. Due to its popularity, audience members aren't just limited to college students, but also include younger viewers to older adults. However, with potentially toxic behaviors in romantic relationships, such as cheating and manipulation, consistently shown throughout both shows, can this actually harm the perception of healthy romantic relationships to the younger viewers?