Hi-School Romance #32
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Unholy Passion" in Hi-School Romance #32 (1954) delivers a raw, emotionally charged tale of longing and self-reinvention, spotlighting Ellen Wilson’s journey from overlooked outcast to a girl testing the limits of affection and identity. With art and inks by Bob Powell and letters by Sam Rosen, the story unfolds with quiet intensity, capturing the fragile hopes of adolescence. The cover by Al Avison captures the mood’s tension in bold, expressive lines.
In "Unholy Passion," Jerry’s quiet affection for Sue—his childhood neighbor—collides with her growing feelings for Dave Moran, the charming student her father admires. As jealousy ignites and old friendships fray, the weight of unspoken emotions threatens to tear them apart.
In "They Called Me Bad," Ellen Wilson—once an overlooked "Ugly Duckling"—takes control of her story with bold choices, drawing attention in ways that surprise even herself. When Joe Wilson’s interest fades after getting what he wanted, Ellen finds unexpected kindness in Ronny, whose devotion makes her question whether love can be real—or just another game.
In "Meant for Each Other," Meg sacrifices her social life to support her family, working as a model at the Martin dress shop and posing for artist Greg Davis. As their bond deepens, Greg reveals he’s engaged to Eleanor White—only to find his heart belongs to Meg when he sees her modeling Eleanor’s wedding gown.
In "Man Trap," Jean, a new girl in town during her senior year, finds herself caught between her steady boyfriend Ted and the flashy, reckless crowd of popular students. When she agrees to help expose the group's risky behavior, she faces isolation—but unexpected support from her peers turns the tide. As old bonds mend and new ones form, Jean discovers her own strength in the heart of high school drama.
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Reprinted in Hi-School Romance #58 (1956), Hi-School Romance Datebook #2 (1963)
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