Mirabelle #17 March 1958

In "Playing with Fire," Jane Marks finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Don Mason, the one man who might finally make her see the value in settling down. But her playful past catches up with her when Don’s jealousy flares over her flirtatious ways, turning what could be a sweet romance into a test of trust and sincerity.

When Bill surprises Sue Carter with a gift for her cookery class, she’s inspired to switch to a hairdressing course—setting off a series of unexpected turns. As her skills grow, her instructor sees potential in her for a major hair-styling contest, putting Sue at a crossroads between her new passion and the life she thought she’d follow.

Mary Grant faces a heart-wrenching choice: marry Len Maynes for his money to save her family’s ranch and her mother’s life, even though she loves Greg Ferrer. When she learns Greg’s horse injured Maynes and another man—possibly fatally—she sets out to find him, urging him to flee to the hills before he’s captured.

Jane’s dream of meeting her favorite film star at a London premiere takes a turn when she wins a newspaper contest—only to find the star is disinterested, and his wife is unexpectedly present. With Mervyn Lester and Michael Brook watching from the sidelines, Jane must navigate the awkward spotlight, while Mary Crewe observes with quiet concern.

Marjorie Gibson’s sudden windfall from the football pools throws her relationship with Peter Fraser into unexpected tension—especially when a reporter’s casual remark sparks doubt about his feelings. With Brian Jeffries caught in the middle, Marjorie finds herself navigating a week of shifting loyalties and quiet misunderstandings.