Valentine #16 February 1974
"Portrait of Lisa" in Valentine #16 (February 1974) captures a quietly powerful moment in a relationship strained by pride and miscommunication. Beautiful Lisa’s fleeting choices lead to a turning point when Mike’s surprise birthday party reveals the full weight of her actions. A 60p comic in 1974, this issue presents a poignant, character-driven story grounded in emotional honesty.
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Beautiful Lisa refuses to be tied down and treats boyfriend Mike badly. She lies about going home and goes out of town with Barry to a party, but Mike's best friend Steve is there. Mike accepts her apology. Then Mike has to go out of town to work on Lisa's birthday. She decides to invite Steve on a date and flirts with him. But Mike has really been planning a surprise birthday party and, when they arrive, Steve tells everyone about Lisa's behaviour. It is a final straw for Mike and Lisa is left alone to reflect on her behaviour and decide to change.
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