Love Diary #1
"Love Thief" kicks off in 1949 with a sharp, nostalgic tale of ambition and heart. Bill Ward’s expressive art brings to life Lila, a former actress who trades stage dreams for a governess role, setting her sights on a wealthy suitor while weaving a web of deception. The story unfolds with quiet tension and emotional stakes, all drawn in crisp, period-accurate style by Bill Ward.
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Failed actress Lila turns down a marriage proposal from restaurant owner Jack. She takes a job as a governess to Penny Lloyd, daughter of wealthy widow Alicia, hoping to meet a rich husband. Lila sets her sights on Wayne, who’s interested in Alicia, using her Broadway friend Sam to distract Alicia. Alicia is distraught when she sees Wayne kissing Lila, and tries to commit suicide. Alicia survives and reconciles with Wayne. Lila sees the error of her ways and returns to Broadway, possibly to marry Jack.
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