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Love Tales #45

Mar 1951 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
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In "When Love Is Lost!", a poignant 1951 romance unfolds as Tess, newly hired as the secretary and companion to movie star Norma—now confined to a wheelchair after an accident—navigates a delicate web of emotions. With Norma fearing her fiancé Fred’s pity and the doctor warning against emotional turmoil, Tess quietly helps reunite them, only to find herself caught between loyalty and love. Christopher Rule’s heartfelt artwork brings the story to life, with every line on the cover and inside the issue drawn by the same hand, capturing the quiet tension and hope of a moment that changes everything.

Contains 4 stories
When Love Is Lost!
8 pp · Romance
DorisJackTim DorganMrs. DorganTommy JohnsonMr. JohnsonMrs. JohnsonWillieGracie HuntBill Hunt

In "When Love Is Lost!" from Love Tales #45, Doris’s well-meaning habit of meddling in others’ lives begins to take a toll on her engagement to Jack, testing the strength of their bond. As she grapples with the consequences of her actions, she faces a turning point that could either deepen their connection or drive them apart.

Divorce Is an Ugly Word!
7 pp · Romance
Wendy MorrisChet MorrisMr. HartfordDoris HartfordClaraDr. ElliottMr. GordonBert

In "Divorce Is an Ugly Word!" from Love Tales #45, Wendy’s decision to seek a divorce after just a month of marriage sets off a chain of events that tests both her and Chet’s understanding of love and balance. As Chet struggles with the toll of overwork and Wendy finds herself caught between heartache and hope, their lives take a turn toward healing in the quiet rhythm of country life.

Untitled Romance story
1 pp · Romance
SallyFrankDanMary Lou Brown

In this poignant 1951 tale from *Love Tales #45*, Sally finds herself drawn to Dan, the college roommate of her brother. Her growing affection turns possessive, and her attempts to keep him to herself only push him away—until his decision forces her to confront the cost of her jealousy.

My Unwilling Heart!
6 pp · Romance
Tess DarbellNorma GilesFred WinthropDoctor

In "My Unwilling Heart!" from Love Tales #45 (1951), quiet, thoughtful Tess finds herself drawn to Fred, the devoted fiancé of her employer, movie star Norma—now confined to a wheelchair after an accident. As Norma secretly fears Fred’s pity and Tess struggles with her growing feelings, a fragile bond forms between them, complicated by loyalty and unspoken desire. When Tess decides to leave, Norma’s unexpected recovery becomes the moment that changes everything.

ComicBooks.com Value

Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $33
CGC 9.8 $2,444*
CGC 9.6 $1,534*
CGC 9.4 $984*
CGC 9.2 $631*
CGC 9.0 $440*
CGC 8.5 $310*
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CGC 8.0 $243*
CGC 7.5 $191*
CGC 7.0 $160*
CGC 6.5 $134*
CGC 6.0 $115*
CGC 5.5 $96
CGC 5.0 $91*
CGC 4.5 $77*
CGC 4.0 $68*
CGC 3.5 $61*
CGC 3.0 $53*
CGC 2.5 $43*
CGC 2.0 $37*
CGC 1.5 $29*
CGC 1.0 $24*
CGC 0.5 $20*
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Full credits

artist, inker Christopher Rule
cover pencils, inks Christopher Rule

Reprints

Reprinted in Starlight Romances #7 (1951), Real Love #3 (1952)

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