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Cinderella Love #12

Oct 1953 · St. John · 0.10 USD
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In "Taxi Sweetheart," rural mail carrier Faith stumbles upon Jon, a man robbed, injured, and suffering from amnesia, setting off a tender romance that takes an unexpected turn when his fiancée Nadine reappears. Written and illustrated by Rafael Astarita, this 1953 St. John tale unfolds with quiet emotional stakes, as Faith must navigate love, loyalty, and a surprising twist involving Nadine’s true intentions. The cover, by Richard Caraif, captures the story’s bittersweet tension in a single, striking image.

Contains 6 stories
Taxi Sweetheart
7 pp · Romance
Peggy GilhooleyPopsy GilhooleySandra LeighPeter DoaneWilsonColonel Horace

In "Taxi Sweetheart," college student Peggy steps in to drive her father’s taxi when he falls ill, sparking an unexpected connection with Peter, a wealthy weekend visitor engaged to the aloof Sandra. As Sandra’s dismissive attitude only deepens Peggy’s resolve, Peter finds himself drawn to her kindness and spirit—leading to a heartfelt proposal that puts their growing bond to the test.

One Wonderful Night
7 pp · Romance
Howard LintonLinda MarshMaryFelice StrattonJerry LintonMrs. Fogarty

In "One Wonderful Night," factory worker Linda lands a date to a charity ball with wealthy Howard, but it’s his humble cousin Jerry, an aspiring artist, who captures her heart. When Howard marries socialite Felice, Jerry surprises Linda with news that his painting of her has sold—enough to support them both.

The Romance of Engagement Rings
1 pp · Non-Fiction, Romance

A rural mail carrier finds an injured stranger in the woods and brings him to the hospital, where he awakens with no memory of who he is—only a bracelet engraved with the name "Jon." As Faith nurses him back to health and the two fall deeply in love, she believes fate has brought them together, but when Jon's past finally surfaces, she discovers the cruel truth that threatens to tear them apart. This poignant tale explores what happens when the heart must confront the barriers of class and circumstance that society insists cannot be crossed.

Barrier to My Love
7 pp · Romance
FaithJonFaith's motherFaith's fatherNadine Saunders

In "Barrier to My Love," Faith, a dedicated mail carrier in the countryside, stumbles upon Jon, a man left injured and with no memory after a robbery. As he heals, a quiet bond grows between them, but their fragile happiness is tested when Jon’s fiancée, Nadine, returns claiming her rightful place. With emotions running high and secrets simmering, Faith must navigate a tangled web of love and loyalty—without knowing if the truth will set them free or break them apart.

Be a Good Guest
1 pp · Non-Fiction, Romance

A young woman fleeing poverty boards a train to New York seeking a better life, but a tragic accident leaves her in a hospital bed with someone else's identity—and the chance to claim the comfortable future she's always dreamed of. As she settles into her new life with wealthy relatives and falls for their charming neighbor, her conscience begins to war with her ambitions, forcing her to choose between the love she's building and the truth she's hiding.

My Chance for Happiness
7 pp · Romance
Roger BourneJim BlairJanet HartzMrs. HartzJeff DarbyClara Darby

In "My Chance for Happiness," Janet flees her difficult life with Jim and her stepmother, hoping for a fresh start in New York. On the train, she bonds with Ann, a woman returning from years in China, only to be tragically killed in a crash—leaving Janet mistaken for her. Taking on Ann’s identity, Janet finds herself welcomed into Ann’s wealthy family and drawn to her neighbor Roger. When Jim reappears seeking money, Janet must face the truth, but her new family and the man she loves stand by her.

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cover pencils, inks Richard Caraif

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↩ Reprints Teen-Age Romances #11 (1950)

Reprinted in Confidential Romances #2

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