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Perfect Love #9

Oct 1953 · St. John · 0.10 USD
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In "I Was My Own Worst Enemy," Conchita leaves home for university in the U.S., where she falls for Johnny—only to return home after her father’s death, pressured into marrying her fiancé Manuel. When an outbreak of hoof-and-mouth disease brings Johnny back to her village, long-buried secrets surface, and the truth behind missed letters begins to unravel. A 1953 St. John classic, this emotionally charged story is lettered by Ben Oda and features a striking cover by Victor Olson.

Contains 5 stories
I Was My Own Worst Enemy
7 pp · Romance
Jan ForestLance SullivanFred Manners

In "I Was My Own Worst Enemy," Jo struggles with her feelings for Lance, the architect who won’t hire her, even as she takes a job with his rival Fred. When she steals confidential details from Lance’s office to prove herself, her choices spiral beyond control—until she realizes she’s lost more than just her chance at a career.

Your Crowning Glory
1 pp · Romance
Pencils ? [as H. H.]Inks ? [as H. H.]
Adios, My Love
8 pp · Romance
Conchita LopezMartino LopezAunt MariaManuel AlonzoJohnny FarrellRoberto

In "Adios, My Love," Conchita leaves her home in Mexico to study in the U.S., where she meets Johnny—only to return home after her father’s death, pressured into marrying her longtime fiancé Manuel. When an outbreak of hoof-and-mouth disease threatens her community, Johnny arrives as a visiting doctor, reopening old wounds and secrets. As past lies unravel, Conchita must choose between duty and the love she thought lost.

Wrong Kind of Love
7 pp · Romance
Ava HalversonHerb BascombMrs. HalversonJosh Meyers

In "Wrong Kind of Love," Josh prepares to leave for Paris on a scholarship, hoping to marry Ava and bring her along—but her mother has other plans, favoring the steady local businessman Herb. When Ava gives in to pressure and agrees to marry Herb, a sudden change of heart on the day of Josh’s departure leads to a final, unexpected decision.

It's a Man's World
6 pp · Romance
Laurie HaleGuy CummingsMr. ParksJohn Kelly

In "It's a Man's World," Laurie—caught between loyalty and principle—finds her relationship tested when her boyfriend Guy enters a corrupt political race she’s desperate to stop. When the reform Citizens Party turns her into his opponent, old secrets come to light, forcing both of them to confront what they truly value.

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Full credits

letterer Ben Oda
cover pencils, inks Victor Olson

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