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Search for Love #2

Feb 1950 · American Comics Group · 0.10 USD
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A 52-page romance anthology featuring multiple love stories. The first story follows Helen Dawson, a television show hostess, who is approached by Joe Bancroft, an advertising man hoping to use her in a commercial for Lovely Soap; their professional encounter evolves into romance. Another story details Bill Foster, a fighter pilot, who falls in love with Marge Rockwell during their courtship, but initially rejects marriage due to his commitment to his aviation career before ultimately proposing. A third story, "Counselor-at-Love," presents Louise Marlowe, a confident and contemptuous woman who initially dismisses men as weak, only to have her perspective transformed when she falls in love, ultimately finding happiness and becoming a devoted partner.

Contains 4 stories
I Stumbled Into Love
13 pp · Romance
AudreyJimTerry ScottJohnsonConrad Larson

In "I Stumbled Into Love," clumsy Audrey finds herself caught between two men when her accidental fall sends her boyfriend, young engineer Terry, tumbling into a lake—only to have him blame her. As she reluctantly agrees to marry the jealous builder Larson, her clumsiness becomes a surprising asset when she must act fast to save Terry during a crisis. A tender, heartfelt romance where missteps lead to redemption.

The Greatest Adventure
11 pp · Romance
Janice ErskinePearl ErskineDr. Harvey PresserDougDick Starr

In "The Greatest Adventure," Pearl—once scorned for being too feminine—transforms into a fearless wild-game hunter, raising her niece Janice to reject traditional roles in favor of a life of independence and daring. When Janice falls for archaeologist Harvey, Pearl takes her on a perilous safari to Africa, hoping to steer her away from love and marriage. But danger lurks in the wild, and when Pearl is mortally wounded by a tiger, Harvey’s timely rescue brings Janice face to face with a choice that could change everything.

Atomic Amour!
12 pp · Romance
Lorraine GrantTommyDottyFloMarieDr. MaxwellEddy JacksonAlphonse [as Pierre Lavoisier]

In "Atomic Amour!", high school and college were no place for fun for Lorraine, who dedicated herself to science—until a chance encounter on a train with former carnival barker Eddy stirs something unexpected. Though she calls him a "gross, uncultured boor," his charm begins to crack her carefully constructed emotional walls, even as a seemingly perfect romance with the celebrated scientist Lavoisier unfolds. When the truth about Lavoisier’s deception emerges, it’s Eddy who comes to her rescue—setting the stage for a love as electrifying as her research.

Love Is a Challenge
8 pp · Romance
Dean StocktonBarbara HallRobert CaswellMyrna Shaw

In "Love Is a Challenge," artist Dean finds himself drawn to his model, Barbara, as their connection deepens amid the quiet tension of shared glances and stolen moments. When Barbara marries wealthy broker Caswell, the romance takes a sharp turn—only to be tested by betrayal, scandal, and a suicide that leaves her questioning what comes next. As old feelings resurface and a rival tries to pull them apart, Barbara and Dean face a fragile hope, waiting to see if love can endure the weight of the past.

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Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $66
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $442*
CGC 8.0 none in existence
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $279*
CGC 7.0 none in existence
CGC 6.5 · 1 in census $194*
CGC 6.0 none in existence
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CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 · 1 in census $134*
CGC 4.5 none in existence
CGC 4.0 · 1 in census $100*
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Full credits

cover pencils, inks Ken Bald

Reprints

Reprinted in Strange Romance #1 (2002), Weird Love #22 (2018)

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