My Own Romance #28
In "Years Ago!" from My Own Romance #28 (1953), a poignant romance unfolds as Sheila, trapped in a life she despises at a dime-a-dance joint, sees a chance at escape in wealthy Jimmy—only to find her heart drawn to his older brother, Keith. With art by John Forte and a striking cover by Al Hartley, this heartfelt tale explores shifting affections and quiet realizations beneath the surface of a simple encounter.
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Sheila comes from an impoverished background and dislikes her job in a dime-a-dance joint. When wealthy Jimmy and some friends come in, she recognises him and decides he’s her ticket out of this life. They date and Jimmy falls for her. Jimmy’s older brother Keith tries to dissuade Sheila, even offers to pay her off, but she refuses. Sheila’s actually in love with Keith, and when she tears up the check he offers, he realises he loves her too.
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