Cover: Jaime Hernandez

Love and Rockets #48

Aug 1995 · Fantagraphics · 2.95 USD; 3.95 CAD

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In "Bob Richardson Part One," Jaime Hernandez delivers another richly layered chapter in the Love and Rockets saga, weaving together quiet moments and sudden tensions with his signature emotional precision. Maggie navigates shifting relationships with blunt honesty, while a chance encounter at Luigi's bar brings her face-to-face with unexpected danger. Meanwhile, a mysterious visitor arrives at Esther’s door, setting the stage for what’s to come. The story is drawn, written, inked, and lettered entirely by Jaime Hernandez, with the cover also rendered by him.

Contains 2 stories

Bob Richardson Part One

14 pp · Drama

Lone Dog [Bob Richardson]EmeXochitl's MomSantiagoMapy (El Diablo Blanco's assistant, unnamed)Sofia (Alejandra's daughter)Maribel (Alejandra's daughter)JojoMoonBoydClon

In "Bob Richardson Part One," Maggie tries to reset her relationships by gently but firmly telling Gina and Enero she’s not interested—no easy task, especially when Vicki presses her for the truth. Lying to protect someone’s feelings, she claims she’s getting married, then finds herself drawn back into the tense undercurrents of Luigi’s bar, where a confrontation with a group of thugs unfolds. Meanwhile, a quiet knock at Esther’s door hints at a visit from someone long expected—but not necessarily welcome.

Luba Conquers the World

16 pp · Drama

SofronioTita (Jesus's lover)Mister RonetCarlos Valderrama (unnamed, single-panel)

In "Luba Conquers the World," Luba reunites with her half-sisters Fritz and Petra, setting the stage for new chapters in Gilbert Hernandez’s evolving Palomar saga. Meanwhile, Guadalupe’s manipulation pushes Jesus into a sudden marriage and disappearance, while Gato confronts Guadalupe with the truth about being Jimmy’s father.