Astounding Stories #186

In "The Black Hood Versus the Ghost Cyclist!", the mystery deepens as a lone human on Mars faces an impossible challenge: distinguishing a disguised Martian from their own kind, where even the smallest clue could mean survival. Written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, with dynamic art by Don Heck and lettering by Ray Holloway, this 1987 tale from Alan Class delivers suspense with a twist that hinges on a single, heartbreaking reaction. The cover by Paul Reinman captures the tension perfectly, a striking visual that hints at the danger lurking in plain sight.