Rip Kirby #7
In "Chapter 1: Catch a Falling Star," Rip Kirby dives into a web of deception when he uncovers a scheme where Fern charms wealthy men into writing love letters—letters the mysterious 'Pen' then uses to extort them. As Rip tries to protect Fern, the 'Pen' strikes back with a deadly twist, poisoning Rip with a seemingly innocent writing instrument. With Rip laid up in the hospital, his butlers Desmond and Wiggers step in, turning the tables by having Wiggers pose as the next target. Written by Fred Dickenson and illustrated by John Prentice, this gripping installment features a cover by John Prentice.
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Fern gets rich men to fall for her and write her love letters while the 'Pen' uses the letters to blackmail them. Rip becomes wise to their scheme and tries to help Fern escape the racket, but the 'Pen' discovers their plan and poisons Rip with a poisoned pen. While Rip is recovering in the hospital, butlers Desmond and Wiggers take over the case, with Wiggers pretending to be the next rich victim.
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