Secret Hearts (1949) comic books in grade VF/NM or lower

Secret Hearts (1949) 71 GD+ 2.5

2" Cumulative spine split.

Cover by John Romita, Sr. Stories by unknown. Art by Mike Sekowsky, Tony Abruzzo, John Romita, Sr., Bill Draut, Bernard Sachs, Frank Giacoia? and unknown. Buck is tormented by Eve's tempestuous behavior until he finally meets another girl who seems much more suited to him in "Love Me, Love Me Not"! Plus: Rob has been in love with Maggi for years, but when his brother Brion takes an interest in her, Rob doesn't stand up for himself and almost loses her in "Hand-Me-Down Love"! Also featuring "A Telling Glance" and "So Many Souvenirs"! And: Letters page by Ann Martin, Counselor-at-Love. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Secret Hearts (1949) 124 GD+ 2.5

Centerfold detached at one staple. Staple rust. Rust migration.

Cover pencils by Jay Scott Pike. Stories by Jack Miller and unknown. Art by Jay Scott Pike, John Rosenberger, Tony Abruzzo, Bernard Sachs and unknown. Karen goes out with Ray, though no one seems to think they should be together in Episode 15 of "Reach for Happiness"! Plus: Helen is fascinated by a man she sees in a restaurant, but it's his friend who actually asks her out and ends up marrying her in "Sweet Mystery of Love!" Also: Kathy meets the mysterious man who has been leaving her messages on the beach, but misunderstandings threaten to end their relationship before they get to know one another in the reprint story "Letters in the Sand!" And: Mad Mad Modes for Moderns filler "Laff It Up!" Plus: Letters page by Ann Martin, Counselor-at-Love. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.