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Exciting Romances #1

Jan 1949 · Fawcett · 0.10 USD
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"Dishonest Heart" in Exciting Romances #1 (1949) introduces a poignant tale of love, loss, and quiet determination, centered on Gracie, whose accidental mishaps in her fiancé Don’s lab lead to a devastating fire and the apparent destruction of his groundbreaking antiseptic formula. As Gracie painstakingly reconstructs Don’s lost notes from the wreckage, her resilience becomes a quiet act of devotion, even as their relationship fractures. With art by Pete Costanza, Chuck Winter, Bob Butts, and Chu F. Hing, this early romance story blends personal stakes with the quiet triumph of perseverance.

Contains 3 stories
Dishonest Heart
11 pp · Romance
Naomi WinstonEllis Clark

In "Dishonest Heart," Naomi sets out to write a satirical novel about an idealistic artist who trades his principles for love, using Ellis as her real-life inspiration. As her story unfolds, the line between fiction and truth blurs when Ellis falls for her, only to be shattered by the revelation of her deception. Though her novel is rejected, fate takes a turn when the publisher, intrigued by Ellis’s story, offers him a chance to write about art—ushering in a new chapter for both of them.

My Jealous Sin
9 pp · Romance
Patty CraneBill PackerMr. Bell

In "My Jealous Sin," Patty’s fierce possessiveness toward her photographer boyfriend Bill spirals when her jealousy of his models leads her to destroy his negatives. When Bill ends their relationship, Patty must confront her actions and risk everything to make things right—stepping forward to plead Bill’s case and reveal the true worth of his work.

Careless
10 pp · Romance
Pencils D. Grant ?
Don FosterGracieEdProfessor Mendoza

In "Careless," Gracie’s well-meaning but clumsy nature leads to a devastating accident in Don’s lab, leaving Ed severely burned and Don’s groundbreaking antiseptic formula in ruins. When Don breaks off their engagement, Gracie takes it upon herself to salvage what remains, piecing together fragments of Don’s notes in a quiet, determined effort to rebuild what was lost. As Don’s work earns recognition, Gracie holds onto a fragile hope that her dedication might one day win back more than just his respect.

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Raw (Good) $38
CGC 9.4 · 1 in census $1,252*
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CGC 9.0 · 1 in census $558*
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CGC 6.5 · 1 in census $171*
CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $148*
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Full credits

artist, inker Pete Costanza
artist, inker Chuck Winter
inker Bob Butts

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