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Cover: Don Heck & Dick Giordano

Young Love #88

Sep 1971 · DC · 0.25 USD
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In "Take Back Your Love," Ellen grapples with the painful aftermath of her boyfriend Clay’s return from war—physically scarred and emotionally distant, he pushes her away. Written by Jack Oleck and illustrated by John Rosenberger with inks by Vince Colletta, this heartfelt story explores love, loss, and quiet resilience. The cover by Don Heck and Dick Giordano captures the emotional weight of a moment that lingers long after the final page.

Contains 5 stories
Take Back Your Love
10 pp · Romance

In "Take Back Your Love," a young woman named Ellen struggles to let go of the past when her war-injured boyfriend Clay returns home, distant and unwilling to rekindle their romance. Though she tries to move forward, her heart remains tied to him—until, after his passing, she discovers a quiet, enduring testament to his love that finally brings her peace.

The Secret of Happiness
7 pp · Romance
The Sister
1 pp · Romance
Stand-In for Ginny
9 pp · Romance
I'll Find You Again
12 pp · Romance

In "I'll Find You Again," Nora returns to the summer retreat where her romance with Lee ended, drawn back by bittersweet memories. Though the past threatens to overwhelm her, she finds unexpected comfort in the kindness of Michael, who once helped her through the heartache.

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Full credits

writer Jack Oleck
cover pencils Don Heck
cover inks Dick Giordano

Reprints

↩ Reprints Girls' Romances #101 (1964), Young Love #56 (1966)

Reprinted in Cupido Classics #38 (1975), Magic Moment Romances #96, Romantic #70, Twin Hearts #170

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