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Love Journal #16
"Shameful Love" in Love Journal #16 (1952) delivers a poignant, character-driven tale of young Elaine, a department store clerk torn between her childhood sweetheart Vince and a reckless playboy, Roy. Written by Bill Woolfolk and illustrated with emotional precision by Mort Leav, the story unfolds with quiet intensity, exploring choices, consequences, and the weight of growing up. The striking cover by John Buscema captures the moment’s tension, drawing readers into a world where love and responsibility collide.