Burned: [s1e1] Everybody's Been

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

💡 : The episode establishes a "he-said, she-said" mystery where the visual tone—bright in 1993, mature in 1994, and bleak in 1995—highlights the total disintegration of Jeanette's world. 'Cruel Summer' Episode 1 Recap: Unhappy Birthday(s) [S1E1] Everybody's Been Burned

: The house belongs to Martin Harris, the new assistant principal. Jeanette narrowly avoids being caught, but the thrill of the break-in changes something in her. 1994: The Popular Successor One year later, everything has changed

: 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. 'Cruel Summer' Episode 1 Recap: Unhappy Birthday(s) :

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

: 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.

: Jeanette obsessively watches a televised interview where Kate Wallis looks directly into the camera and declares, " Jeanette Turner, I hope you rot in hell ".