Planet Series #5
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Death of a Dream," Althea finds herself drawn to rising singer Peter Bryde, her hopes for love and partnership rising with his career. But her friend Dorothy’s warning lingers—past stars have faded, and not all who shine stay. When Althea offers Peter financial help, the line between support and sacrifice begins to blur. Written by Joe Gill and illustrated by Charles Nicholas, with inks by Vince Alascia, this poignant tale captures the fragile balance between ambition and loyalty. The cover, by Mike Vosburg, reflects the emotional weight of a moment that could change everything.
In "Death of a Dream," Barbara grapples with the quiet aftermath of her husband Andy’s sudden passing in a car accident, her grief a quiet presence in the days that follow. Neil, a neighbor and longtime friend of Andy’s, gently steps in with quiet care, hoping to help Barbara find a way back to life—even if just a little, one small moment at a time.
In "Stormy Love," rich girl Jill stirs up trouble when she sets her sights on the new boy in town, Jed Barker. As Jed grows drawn to her, Jill teases him with games that only deepen his frustration—until he finally sees her for who she truly is.
In "Love Song," Althea finds herself drawn to the rising singer Peter Bryde, even as her girlfriend Dorothy cautions her about the fleeting nature of fame. When Althea risks her savings to help Peter chase his dreams, she begins to wonder if her affection is being met with honesty—or if she’s just another stepping stone in his climb.
In "His Kind of Chick," Liz finds herself outshone by the glamorous models Lew seems to always be with—so she starts reinventing her look, hoping to catch his eye. But Lew, who’s actually just working with the models, never saw her as competition—she was the one he truly liked from the start.
In "Old Enough to Love," sixteen-year-old Abbe shares a quiet, growing connection with Larry on the sunlit beach, their bond deepening in secret. As feelings become undeniable, she grapples with the weight of her truth—her age—and the fear that honesty might unravel everything she’s come to cherish.
In "Made for Each Other," Jill and Deke are drawn to one another from the very first moment they meet. When Jill’s father insists Deke choose someone else, the young couple learns their parents have a long-standing rift—and that only strengthens their resolve to be together.
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