Marvel Mystery Comics #88
In "The Lethal Lollipops," a desperate surgeon’s criminal scheme takes a shocking turn when a child accidentally ingests a diamond hidden in a candy—leading to a tense medical crisis that forces him to confront his own moral compass. Ken Bald’s art and George Klein’s inks bring this 1948 tale to life, capturing the quiet drama of a man teetering between guilt and redemption. The cover by Don Rico and Vince Alascia adds a touch of vintage flair to this standout story from Marvel Mystery Comics #88.
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A surgeon smuggles diamonds into the country inside lollipops which get left in a cab. A little girl eats one of the lollipops and needs surgery to have the diamond removed. The surgeon was toying with the idea of a life of crime since he had lost his faith in his medical skills, but after Torch demands he save the life of the little girl, his faith is restored in himself and he abandons all criminal intent.
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