Young Love #17

Rory shows up at Sue’s door after a year, eager to share that his band finally recorded an album—proof, he says, that she was right to believe in him. But when Sue notices the flash car he’s driving isn’t his, her trust wavers, and she tracks him down before he vanishes again. With the police officer nearby, the truth begins to unfold, and Sue must decide whether to believe the man who’s returned—or the silence between his words.

In "Tears in Paradise," Diane Brant finds her new life at Paradise Terrace unsettled by jealousy when her husband Chuck spends time with Edgar’s wife, Alicia. As tensions rise, Diane’s attempt to reclaim control leads her into a moment of startling revelation—forcing her to confront a truth about Chuck’s feelings that changes everything.

Sue Jones is juggling family responsibilities while her mother is in the hospital, leaving little time for her boyfriend Frank—until frustration boils over and she runs out. On a quiet night, she meets Angela Dixon, who takes her in with kindness, helps her feel seen, and treats her to a much-needed night out. When Frank sees her having fun, he’s furious, but Angela gently reminds Sue that real love means showing up when things get hard. The two begin planning their next adventure together.

In "My Last Chance for Love," Laura, still grieving her late husband, finds herself drawn to Rob at work—until she realizes her secret about her son could change everything. As their relationship deepens, she must face the truth: love may demand honesty, even when it’s terrifying.

Sandra sets out to impress her mother by dating Martin, but when he realizes she’s only using him, he walks away—leaving Sandra to face a surprising truth: she actually cares. Now, she must figure out how to win back the boy who never wanted her in the first place.

Denise and Captain Link Harris share a fleeting, tender romance during a Hawaiian holiday, their joy shadowed by the weight of his impending return to Vietnam. As the truth of his fate emerges—his friend’s death, his own dread of the war—Denise faces the choice between letting him go or holding on. With time running out, they make a bold decision that defies the uncertainty ahead.

When a bored woman accidentally summons the demon Todezekial—known as Tod, the junior tempter—while fiddling with party tapes, she finds herself bound by a contract granting her three wishes. With Tod eager to claim her soul, she uses her wits to outmaneuver him on two wishes, holding the third in reserve. As the stakes rise, the line between temptation and cleverness blurs, and even the legendary Helen of Troy seems to be watching from the shadows.

Edith Anderson lands a surprising new job as assistant to the magician brothers Paul and Peter, whose act draws crowds and sparks tension. As she finds herself drawn to both men, her heart tugs between them—until a sudden stage accident forces her to make a choice she never expected.