Friday, May 7, 2010

Young Love #81

Young Love #81 (On Sale: May 7, 1970) has a fairly bland cover by Bill Draut and Dick Giordano.

This issue begins with "3 Loves... 1 Broken Heart, Part II" continuing from last issue. The general consensus is that this is drawn by John Rosenberger and Vince Colletta. Diane accepts Paul's proposal, but doesn't tell him she is a widow and has a young son. What cold possibly go wrong?

Next is "Hungry Heart" by Robert Kanigher and Frank Langford. Gossiping couples at a resort watch Eve make her mind up about whether she will be with Bill or Adam. This is British artist Langford's first of four DC romance stories. Born Cyril Eidlestein, Langford, Frank is probably best know for his work on "The Angry Planet" from Boy's World and "Lady Penelope" a strip that appeared in Lady Penelope, a late sixties British weekly comic aimed at girls. He also did extensive work in advertising. According to Jacque Nodell of the Sequential Crush website, "Langford's romance work is highly stylized and exudes an incredible sense of moment -- exemplified in his characters' wildly feminine hair. His ruggedly handsome men are timeless, and are still quite attractive by today's standards. Not only a master of movement, Langford also excels during the quiet moments. Quite breathtaking, really!"

This is followed by a one-pager, "Gemini" by Liz Berube.

Next is "Love Dream, Lady" which is inked by Vince Colletta. Gloria overhears her roommate and her boyfriend on the telephone but she has nothing to worry about.

This is followed by another one-pager, "Beauty on a Budget" by Liz Berube.

We end with "Don't Make Me Do It!", the cover-story which is inked by Nick Cardy. Peggy tells both of her suitors that she doesn't plan to fall in love with either of them.

Edited by Dick Giordano.

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