Young Romance: The Best of Simon & Kirby's Romance Comics #2

Toni, raised by her strict grandmother after her mother vanished, finds herself drawn into a world of fleeting connections when she accepts a ride from Bob to a roadhouse. After a police raid leaves her stranded, she’s rescued by club owner Stan—only to see him disappear, haunted by his past. Months later, a moment of hesitation leads her to flee from a man who makes her uncomfortable, until she stumbles upon Stan again, now running a gas station. Their paths cross once more in a quiet, uncertain moment that feels like a second chance.

In "Misguided Heart," a young factory worker named June finds herself caught between two men: Karl, the privileged son of the factory owner who’s been sent to work on the floor, and Sherman, a fellow worker who quietly admires her. As Karl’s attitude shifts from distant to affectionate, tensions rise—especially when a moment of cruelty from Karl sparks a surprising turn of events. June begins to see Sherman in a new light, and her feelings start to shift in ways she didn’t expect.

In "Marriage Contract!", high school student Kitty finds herself caught between duty and desire when her father strikes a deal with Mike: marry him, and the family will receive a steady weekly allowance. Her world shifts when lawyer Eddie steps in to defend her younger brother after his arrest, delivering a powerful plea that wins the boy’s release into Kitty’s care. As emotions run high and choices loom, Kitty must decide where her heart truly lies.

In "His Best Friend's Sweetheart!", a wartime romance takes a tense turn when Jim’s friend Ted steps in to support Ruth during his absence—only to stir jealousy and doubt. As Jim returns home, strange circumstances and whispered suspicions threaten to unravel their engagement, leaving him questioning not just Ted’s intentions, but the loyalty of the one he loves most.

In "I Fell In Love With My Star Pupil!", a young teacher named Mary begins her career in the quiet town of Pinesville, where her dedication to her students earns her admiration—and envy. When her relationship with a devoted farmer, Jim, sparks gossip and rivalry with another woman, Mary must confront her own feelings before the past catches up with her future.

In "Gold Digger," a young woman known for only dating men who can afford expensive dates finds herself unexpectedly drawn to a newcomer named Gil, who plays along with a prank to teach her a lesson. As their dates take them from a humble barn dance to a fancy club—where Gil even borrows money from her—Rusty begins to see past the price tag and discovers she values Gil’s company more than the places they visit.

In "War Bride," a young woman named Janine, who met American soldier Fred in France during the war, travels to the U.S. to marry him—only to arrive just as he dies in a tragic accident on the docks. Left with no home to return to, she accepts the proposal of wealthy French immigrant Aristide, who brings her to the Cummings farm. There, she finds herself drawn to Tony, the farm’s young worker, even as she grapples with her promise to Aristide. A haunting dream about Fred ultimately leads her to realize what her heart has been telling her all along.

In "I Stole for Love!", a young man torn between love and duty takes a desperate step to provide for his new wife, unaware that his choices will lead to a devastating fall. When guilt over his inability to give her the life she deserves drives him to steal from his employer, a sudden accident sets off a chain of events that will test his resolve and love in the harshest way.

In "Love or Pity?", Ginny faces a storm of public scrutiny when her brother Perry is accused of mail fraud, unraveling her family’s standing and threatening her engagement to Ken. As doubt creeps in and Ken’s loyalty is questioned, Ginny flees to the city, where a chance encounter with Danny offers unexpected hope. Back home, she must decide whether to trust love—or settle for pity—before the truth sets her brother free.

In "Love Can Strike so Suddenly!", headstrong Evie finds herself drawn to Deadeye, a former U.S. pilot running a small airline and tour service in India, during a trip with her sister Ann and Ann’s boss Warren. As their time together unfolds across the vibrant landscapes of the country, a quiet connection deepens between them—unexpected, electric, and impossible to ignore. When Evie prepares to return home, she’s already making plans to come back, not just to visit, but to stay.

In "Was Love to Be My Sacrifice!", Chris and Irene, raised by their mother to pursue show business, find their lives tested when Chris hesitates to marry her agent Sam, torn between duty to her family and her heart. Her decision to follow love sparks a painful rift with her sister Irene, setting off a chain of emotional tension that challenges their bond. As the wedding day arrives, Sam seeks to mend what's broken—offering a fragile hope for reconciliation.

In "The Man I Loved Was a Woman-Hater!", a young woman on vacation in Florida finds herself drawn to an artist who rescues her from drowning—only to face a storm of jealousy and deception when his supposed fiancée arrives, claiming he once broke her heart. As tensions rise and threats loom, Karen must decide whether to walk away or trust the man who seems to want her, even as secrets unravel.