Magic Moment Romances #73
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Episode 23" in Magic Moment Romances #73 (1969) explores the evolving nature of love through a young woman’s journey across different relationships, beginning with her first boy. With art by Jay Scott Pike and inks by Vince Colletta, the story invites readers to reflect on what true love really means—ending with a direct question to the audience and an invitation to subscribe to other DC romance titles for a chance to share their thoughts. The cover, fully penciled and inked by Dick Giordano, captures the emotional tone of the issue’s introspective theme.
Leslie tries to keep her heart guarded, juggling dates with men who seem perfect—until she meets someone who makes her wonder if she’s been avoiding love for the wrong reasons. In this tender 1969 romance, a woman shaped by her past learns that connection might be worth the risk.
In "How Do I Love You?", Paula’s habit of chronicling every romance in her diary takes a surprising turn when she meets Rudy. For the first time, her heart is so caught up in the moment that she forgets to write—proof, she realizes, that this love might be different.
In "Stand-In for Love," Angela worries that David’s affection is only a reflection of his past, tied to his former girlfriend Joyce—until a quiet moment reveals her fears may be unfounded. The story unfolds with gentle tension and heartfelt honesty, capturing the fragile hope of a connection that might be more than just a memory.
In "Hide Your Love," Betty attends Elaine's engagement party with a simmering grudge, only to find herself unexpectedly drawn to the groom—Elaine's fiancé—whose sudden departure leaves her both stunned and strangely hopeful.
In "What Is True Love?", a young girl reflects on her evolving feelings through fleeting connections, from her first crush to moments of quiet affection and quiet heartache. The story gently explores the many faces of love, ending with a thoughtful question to the reader—and an invitation to share their own answer, along with a subscription offer to DC’s romance titles.
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