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Romantic Story #30

Jan 1956 · Charlton · 0.10 USD
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In "Blind Man's Buff," factory worker Inez spins a web of lies to win a date with foreman Jim, fabricating a story about her struggling family. As their romance deepens, Jim’s growing concern over her supposed hardships leads him to offer help—until the truth comes out and their relationship hangs in the balance. A heartfelt tale of love, deception, and second chances, drawn with emotional precision by Bob Powell and lettered by Ed Hamilton, with a moody cover by Jon D'Agostino.

Contains 4 stories
Blind Man's Buff
4 pp · Romance

Two old school friends discover something unexpected during a Halloween party's game of Blind Man's Buff when they're paired together and share their first kiss—only to realize they may have been looking for love in the wrong places all along. Tommy Davis and Maggi have always been "old faithful" to each other, but a moment of genuine connection behind blindfolds reveals what neither of them saw coming. Sometimes the right person has been standing beside you the whole time.

My Inconstant Heart
8 pp · Romance

A woman torn between two men finds herself caught in a whirlwind when a charming new model arrives at her shirt factory job. Though she's already close to Bix, a coworker who clearly adores her, the handsome and persistent Don sweeps her off her feet with flattery and romance—but as their relationship deepens, nagging doubts about his true feelings begin to surface. In "My Inconstant Heart," a young woman must confront what her heart really wants before it's too late.

Broken Romance
4 pp · Romance

Doris and Bob have been steady for a year with marriage on the horizon, but when she surprises him during his month-long business course in the city, she witnesses something that shatters her trust—and sets her on a path of wounded pride that threatens to destroy everything they've built. As Doris doubles down on her hurt with reckless behavior, she learns a hard lesson about the difference between love and stubborn vanity in this 1956 tale of misunderstanding and second chances.

The Lie
9 pp · Romance
Inez PotterJim DentonEd PotterMrs. Potter

In "The Lie," factory worker Inez spins a web of deception to win the heart of foreman Jim, fabricating a story about her sick mother and struggling student brother. As their romance deepens, Jim’s growing concern leads him to offer help—only to discover the truth and end things abruptly. When Inez’s brother returns the money and shares her pain, Jim must decide whether love can survive the weight of a lie.

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Full credits

artist, inker Bob Powell
letterer Ed Hamilton
cover pencils, inks Jon D'Agostino

Reprints

↩ Reprints Romantic Story #8 (1950), Romantic Secrets #21 (1951), Romantic Story #12 (1951)

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