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Lovelorn #2

Oct 1949 · American Comics Group · 0.10 USD
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"Cafe de Paris" depicts a romance between an American woman and a Frenchman named Andre in Paris, where he professes that the French understand love inherently. "The Greatest Power" tells of a man in a wheelchair who falls in love with a woman named Lainey, struggling with whether she could truly love him despite his disability, only to lose her when she is drawn away by another man. Both stories explore romantic longing and the obstacles that keep lovers apart.

Contains 5 stories
Lure of Latin Love
9 pp · Romance
Laura MatthewsPhilip LawtonAndré LeblancLucienne Rouart

In "Lure of Latin Love," Laura leaves behind Phil’s offer of a quiet life on a scientific farm to chase her dreams in Paris, where she sings in a café while auditioning for roles. There, she’s drawn to the charm of actor-director André, who gives her a chance at stardom—until Phil arrives, only to quietly step aside, believing she’s moved on. When disaster strikes on opening night, a fire tests more than just courage, revealing who truly matters.

Road to Disaster
10 pp · Romance
Stella MartinMrs. MartinDon SimpsonMrs. MariettiSteve Hegen

In "Road to Disaster," Jo, a devoted secretary to idealistic lawyer Don, finds her loyalty tested when their love is strained by conflicting values—Don’s commitment to justice over wealth, and Stella’s growing doubts about their future. When Stella turns to Don’s rival, racketeer Steve, for security, she’s drawn into a deadly web after a witness turns up dead, leaving her accused of murder. With Don determined to uncover the truth, their fractured bond faces its greatest test.

Heart of Stone
8 pp · Romance
Janet ProctorProfessor StevensBill WestonJackPhyllisMaryJohnny MertonMiss Grant

In "Heart of Stone" from Lovelorn #2 (1949), college grad Janet, all work and no play, finds her priorities shifting when her boss Johnny’s quiet affection begins to matter. After a promotion leaves her feeling isolated, she realizes her feelings for him—only to discover he now sees her as just a joke. When a forest fire at a company picnic puts her in danger, Johnny rushes to save her, and in the heat of the moment, they finally see each other clearly.

Romance of the Ring
8 pp · Romance
Linda SayresSusan SayresJackie LandsMcCarthyBiff O'BanionJerry DriscollBert

In "Romance of the Ring," socialite Linda sets out to win Jackie, the middleweight boxing champion and her sister Susan’s boyfriend, just to prove a point—only to find herself unexpectedly drawn to him. When Jackie’s focus wavers and he loses his title, Linda’s guilt leads her to buy his contract and help him reclaim his championship, setting off a chain of emotions neither expected.

The Greatest Power
10 pp · Romance
Elaine "Lainey" BrandKirk TaylorMrs. BrandMr. BrandDr. OldsLiz Burdette

In "The Greatest Power," Lainey, confined to a wheelchair since childhood, finds unexpected strength when her love for safety engineer Kirk is tested during a mine accident. Though her friend Liz doubts she could ever be a match for a man, Lainey’s courage emerges in a moment that defies expectation.

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Reprinted in Illustrated Romances #16 (1955), Cupid Pictorial #129 (1959)

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