Archie Giant Series Magazine #205
In "Love Is the Answer," a single twig of mistletoe accidentally turns Miss Beazly's soup into an unexpected catalyst for romance, sending Riverdale into a whirlwind of affectionate chaos. Written and illustrated by Al Hartley, with inks by Joe Sinnott and colors by Barry Grossman, this 1973 classic captures the town's hilarious scramble for a taste of the magical brew—until Betty offers a surprising perspective on where true love really comes from. The cover, by Stan Goldberg and Jon D'Agostino, perfectly captures the lighthearted, festive mood of the tale.
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A twig of mistletoe falls into Miss Beazly's soup, making it an aphrodisiac that causes anyone who tastes it to become passionate and loving. Soon everyone is trying to get the romantic thrills induced by the soup. But when it runs out, Betty explains to Ethel that God can give her a high that she can't get from any artificial stimulant.
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