House of Secrets #106 is an issue of the series House of Secrets (Volume 1) with a cover date of March, 1973.
Synopsis for "The Curse of Harappa"
A man in a foreign land encounters a woman whom the natives refer to as The Bride of Death who claims that he will end up digging his own grave if he pursues her. He ignores the warning and does indeed end up digging his own grave.
Appearing in "The Curse of Harappa"
Narrator:
Featured Characters:
- Frank O'Connor (Flashback and main story) (Single appearance; dies)
Supporting Characters:
- A stranger from Harappa (Single appearance)
- The bride of death (Single appearance)
Other Characters:
- Mrs. O'Connor, Frank's mother (Dies in flashback)
- Madame Rose (Flashback only) (Single appearance)
Locations:
- New York City
- Africa
- India
- Village of Harappa
- Village of Harappa
Synopsis for "The Island of No Return"
A husband and wife vampire team set up on a small island. They allow one victim to escape so that the story gets out and ensures a steady stream of curious prey for them.
Appearing in "The Island of No Return"
Featured Characters:
- Pete Walker (Single appearance; dies)
Supporting Characters:
- Barney (Single appearance)
- A pilot (Unnamed) (Single appearance)
Antagonists:
- Julius Craxton (Flashback and main story) (Single appearance; dies)
- Mrs. Craxton (Flashback and main story) (Single appearance; dies)
Other Characters:
- An old sea captain (Single appearance; dies) (Flashback and main story)
Locations:
- An undisclosed city
- A remote island
Vehicles:
- Yacht (Destroyed)
- Plane
Synopsis for "This Will Kill You"
Two pranksters attempt to scare a half-wit who sleeps in the small town undertaking parlor's back room with a story that the man currently lying in state is a vampire. Later that evening, one of them gets in a coffin after makeup has been applied by his female friend and lets out a groan. Unfortunately for him, his vampire setup has worked a little too well, and the half-wit has armed himself with stake and mallet.
Appearing in "This Will Kill You"
Featured Characters:
- Pete Sawyer (Single appearance; dies)
- Dolly Leach (Single appearance)
Supporting Characters:
- Charley (Single appearance)
Other Characters:
- Homer (Single appearance)
- Old Hanley (Appears only as a corpse)
Locations:
- Barnesville, 1900
Items:
- Stake
Vehicles:
- Horse & Buggy
Notes
- This issue is reprinted in Showcase Presents: The House of Secrets Vol. 2.
- Abel's first page intro was written by E. Nelson Bridwell, with art by Bernie Wrightson, and lettering by Ben Oda.
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