Romeo #17 October 1970

In "Away From It All," a fashion photographer seeking peace in the countryside finds his retreat complicated by unexpected encounters with Sheila, a woman whose presence unsettles the quiet he’s trying to reclaim. The story unfolds in three pages, capturing a quiet, tender tension between two people drawn together despite their efforts to stay apart.

In "null," Jo finds herself caught between doubt and destiny when her aunt Tamara pushes her to use her unsettling gift of second sight—this time to glimpse the thoughts of Mary’s boyfriend across the world. With quiet intensity, the story unfolds as Jo confronts the weight of seeing what others cannot, all while navigating the fragile trust between friends.

In "null," Sandie looks forward to a quiet weekend home, eager to catch up with her parents and meet Rita’s new boyfriend—only to find her family’s house swapped for a holiday cottage in Cornwell, where Rita’s engagement party is already in full swing. With no warning and no plan, Sandie’s visit takes an unexpected turn, setting up a weekend full of surprises and awkward encounters.