Dear Lonely Hearts #2
In "Date Hungry," popular high school student Sue finds herself overlooked by boys despite her charm—until a friend’s advice pushes her to embrace a more carefree reputation. When a summer romance with Tom takes a surprising turn after he transfers to her school, old rumors resurface, testing their connection. With heartfelt honesty and a touch of 1950s sincerity, this poignant story explores loneliness, second chances, and the weight of reputation. Art by Tewks and lettering by Ben Oda bring the emotional beats to life, while Bernard Baily’s cover captures the quiet tension of a moment before change.
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Sue is a popular student but is never asked out on dates. Her friend Bess advises her to “loosen up” and she does, getting a reputation as “one girl a fellow could have a good time with!” While on vacation, she meets Tom and they fall in love. However, when he moves to her town and begins attending her school, Tom hears about Sue's escapades and calls her “a common tramp!” Sue confesses that loneliness made her do “the things I did” and Tom forgives her.
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