Valentine #29 September 1973
In "The Best of Friends," Julie and Helen’s long-standing bond is tested when Helen, eager to impress a boy she’s met at work, steals five pounds from Julie to buy a dress she can’t afford. The story unfolds with quiet tension, capturing the fragile balance of friendship and the weight of a single, desperate decision. Art by Purita Campos brings emotional depth to every page, drawing readers into a moment that feels both personal and universal.
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Julie and Helen had been best friends since Helen's family moved next door to Julie's, but Julie had always had more luck with boys. When Helen gets a date with a friendly-looking guy in the store where they work, she feels the need to get something special to wear. She goes with Julie to pick out a dress and when she finds one she can't afford, she steals five pounds from Julie to pay for it.
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