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Cover: Dick Giordano
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Secrets of Young Brides #40

Dec 1963 · Charlton · 0.12 USD
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"Only One Choice" follows a woman who falls in love with Burt James at first sight when introduced by her husband's friend, and they begin seeing each other almost every night over several weeks. When she realizes she must choose between her husband and Burt, she discovers that a wall of misunderstanding has grown between her and her spouse, and she must decide whether to tear it down or build it higher. "Francesco Meets Felicia" is a historical romance in which the Free Fighter Francesco Lamperditi, hired by a count to fight his enemies, meets the count's beautiful daughter Felicia and must choose between love and the lucrative military contract being offered to him. Additionally, another story titled "Only One Choice" (distinct from the cover story) depicts a woman named Ruth whose husband Ted becomes increasingly unhappy in their marriage, but after visiting a doctor he begins to recover, and she ultimately realizes their love can overcome obstacles.

Contains 3 stories
The Importance Of Love
5 pp · Romance

A wealthy girl named Jan chooses love over security when she marries Rick, a mechanic everyone warns her against, and together they build a life from scratch—proving that devotion matters more than the comfortable life she left behind. Through lean early years and Rick's determination to provide for her, Jan discovers that their bond only deepens as they work toward a shared future. "The Importance of Love" is a 1963 romance story that celebrates the strength found in choosing partnership over privilege.

Only One Choice
10 pp · Romance

Ruth loved her work as fashion coordinator for a young life magazine, but when she marries lawyer Burt James, the demands of her expanding career begin to strain their newlywed bliss—forcing both of them to confront what their marriage really means. As late nights at the office multiply and promises to spend time together crumble, Ruth finds herself caught between two loves, each demanding her complete devotion.

Never Be a Bride
10 pp · Romance

Lori and Ted have loved each other for years, planning their wedding day—but their path to the altar has been anything but smooth, derailed first by Ted's unexpected draft notice, then by a serious automobile accident that threatens their future together. As they finally prepare to marry once more, Lori wrestles with a creeping fear that some invisible force is determined to keep them apart, and she braces herself for whatever new obstacle might arise.

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writer Joe Gill
cover pencils, inks Dick Giordano

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