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Love Diary #10

Nov 1950 · Orbit-Wanted · 0.10 USD
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A woman boarding a ship to sea finds unexpected romance with a man named Bob Dunning, though their relationship becomes strained when he becomes angry with her and cuts in on her dances repeatedly. When children go missing in town, Officer Murphy investigates and discovers that a woman named Marsh has been neglecting the children in her care, including Joey and Linda, who were supposed to be home but had instead run off to the movies and the park unsupervised.

Contains 5 stories
Bachelor Girl
10 pp · Romance
Jerry WalkerJudyDaveHelenAnnHenryFrankie

In "Bachelor Girl," stenographer Judy navigates the quiet chaos of her single life in 1950, content with her independence and uninterested in marriage—until Jerry Walker enters her world. As their connection deepens, she’s unsettled when he confesses he’s not the marrying kind, forcing her to confront the unexpected shift in her own heart. With a mix of gentle humor and quiet longing, the story unfolds as Judy and Jerry both discover that love might not be the opposite of freedom, but its truest form.

Mockery of Love
10 pp · Romance
Lorraine HuntBob DunningCount Anton BraffioCarlaMrs. Hunt

In "Mockery of Love," Lorraine Hunt’s European cruise takes a twist when she’s drawn into a fleeting romance with Bob Dunning, only to be swept up by the charm of Count Anton Braffio in Marseilles—whose proposal hinges on a misunderstanding about her wealth. Back home in the Midwest, Lorraine is stunned when Bob unexpectedly shows up, revealing he’s been nearby all along, reigniting a connection neither expected.

Untitled Romance story
3 pp · Romance
Ray MannRuth S.Dirk E.Mrs. S.

Ruth S. and Dirk E. face a storm of doubt when their engagement is met with fierce opposition from Mrs. S. Their hopes are shattered when Dirk is sentenced to five years in prison after a tragic accident, but Ruth vows to wait. As the story unfolds, Ray Mann invites readers to weigh in on whether her loyalty is courage or folly.

Mexican Madness
7 pp · Romance
Millie MathewsTed DixonJosé FernandoRuth

In "Mexican Madness," history teacher Millie Mathews finds herself swept into a whirlwind of romance and mistaken identity during a school tour of Mexico. As she pretends to be engaged to impress an aspiring artist, Ted Dixon, her carefully constructed lie takes a surprising turn when she meets the real "fiancé"—the dashing bullfighter José Fernando. When José’s attention grows too bold, Ted steps in to protect her, leading Millie to finally see her true feelings.

A Love D-I-V-I-D-E-D
9 pp · Romance
Kitty MarshMrs. MandrakeEd BentonJoey MarshLinda MarshOfficer MurphyTom Winslow

In a quiet 1950s town, hairdresser Linda Marsh tries to balance caring for her younger siblings, Joey and Kitty, with her growing feelings for college student Tom Winslow. Though she’s been courted by the steady Ed Benton, Linda makes a difficult choice to marry him for her siblings’ sake—only to be shaken when the children run away after overhearing Ed’s plans for their future. Now, with her heart still set on Tom, Linda must decide what kind of life she and her family truly deserve.

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CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $286*
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CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $207
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Reprinted in Love Diary #47 (1954), Love Diary #48 (1955)

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