True Secrets #29
In "The Girl Friend!", Terry finds herself drawn to Fred, a man whose steady job in the automobile line seems safe—until his proposal reveals a shocking truth: he’s a racing car test driver. Written with quiet tension and drawn with crisp detail by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, this 1955 tale explores love and risk in a world where danger hides behind a smile. The cover by Vince Colletta captures the moment’s emotional spark, a 10-cent snapshot of romance on the edge of the track.
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Terry's aunt and sister worry about the dangerous jobs that their husbands have, so Terry resolves not to get involved with a man who works in a dangerous profession. She meets Fred, who works in the automobile line, and they fall in love at first sight. However, after Fred proposes, Terry learns that Fred is actually a racing car test driver.
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