Archie Giant Series Magazine #242
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Missing Link," Veronica finds herself haunted by a ghostly spirit after skipping the gang’s holiday sing-along—her own personal holiday tale of redemption, styled as a lighthearted twist on Charles Dickens’ classic. Written and illustrated by Al Hartley, with inks by Jon D'Agostino, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this 1976 holiday special delivers a playful, spooky twist on tradition. The cover by Al Hartley captures the spirit of the season with a festive, whimsical flair.
In "The Missing Link," Veronica shares her family's holiday customs with the Lodge mansion staff, sparking a playful idea: Betty and Archie attempt to use ESP to reunite Veronica with her parents for Christmas. The lighthearted adventure unfolds with classic Archie charm, blending holiday whimsy and teenage mischief.
When Veronica skips out on caroling with the gang, she’s visited by a ghostly spirit who shows her a vision of what awaits her if she keeps up her stubborn ways—only in Riverdale, it’s all dressed up in a classic Dickensian spoof. A festive, funny twist on the holiday tale, this 1976 gem blends seasonal cheer with Archie’s trademark humor.
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Reprinted in Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #268 (2019), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #325 (2022), Archie Showcase Digest #16 (2024)
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