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The Superman Family #206 cover
Cover: Ross Andru & Dick Giordano

The Superman Family #206

Mar 1981 · DC · 1.00 USD
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In "Strangers at the Heart's Core!", Lois Lane finds herself in danger when she's captured by the enigmatic Harlequin, who's on the trail of the Sportsmaster. As the mystery unfolds, a surprising twist reveals Harlequin's true allegiance—uncovering a secret government operation that redefines their past. Written by E. Nelson Bridwell and illustrated by Kurt Schaffenberger, with inks by Dan Adkins, colors by Adrienne Roy, and letters by Milt Snapinn, this 1981 DC classic features a cover by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano.

Contains 6 stories
Strangers at the Heart's Core!
11 pp · Superhero
Supergirl [Kara Zor-El]Edna DanversFred DanversZor-ElAluraPeter BartonValerie MylesGregory ReedDean Betsy LymanLesla-LarSuperboy Robot (Cameo)
Hostage of the Harlequin
8 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent] (Earth 2)Lois Lane (Earth 2)Harlequin [Molly Mayne] (Earth 2)SmokePackyCalSportsmaster [Crusher Crock] (Earth 2)Green Lantern [Alan Scott]

When Lois Lane is taken by the enigmatic Harlequin during a high-stakes investigation, Superman [Clark Kent] must unravel a mystery that blurs the line between criminal and ally. As the trail leads through a web of deception involving the Sportsmaster [Crusher Crock], Smoke, Packy, Cal, and even Green Lantern [Alan Scott], the truth behind Harlequin’s motives begins to surface—revealing a far more complex game than anyone expected.

A Scoop for a Snoop!
7 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lola BarnettLesterJosh Coyle

In "A Scoop for a Snoop!", Lois Lane’s rival reporter Lola Barnett tries to outsmart Superman by planting a bug in his apartment to steal the next big story—only to find herself outmaneuvered in a clever game of wits. With Clark Kent, Lester, and Josh Coyle caught in the middle, the stakes rise as the line between journalist and target blurs.

Have You Ever Told Me the Story of My Life?
11 pp · Superhero
Lois LaneSuperman [Clark Kent]The Extractor (cameo)Sam Lane (cameo)Ella Lane (cameo)Helen Gold (cameo)Marcy Lloyd (cameo)Susan Freeling (cameo)Courtney Green (cameo)Wayne Henry (cameo)Leonard Splatz (cameo)Ted Wallach

In "Have You Ever Told Me the Story of My Life?", Lois Lane wakes with no memory of who she is—only the name of the man who loves her. Superman takes her to the Fortress of Solitude, where his Super-Computer begins to reconstruct her past, page by page, moment by moment. As fragments of her life unfold, the story weaves through memories both intimate and extraordinary, with echoes of the people who shaped her—her father, her friends, and the city she once called home.

Open Season on Red-Headed Reporters!
11 pp · Superhero
Jimmy OlsenHarold (Hunter)Ted (Hunter)Perry WhiteTommy JonesSheriff BloutRalphTed
Untitled story
0.2 pp
SupermanLois Lane

ComicBooks.com Value

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Raw (Fine) $4
CGC 9.8 · 1 in census $263*
CGC 9.6 · 3 in census $78*
CGC 9.4 none in existence
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CGC 8.0 · 1 in census $30*
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Full credits

colorist Adrienne Roy
letterer Milt Snapinn
cover pencils Ross Andru
cover inks Dick Giordano

Reprints

Reprinted in Superman Taschenbuch #35 (1981), Superman #12/1981 (1981), Superman #13/1981 (1981), Superman #23/1981 (1981), Superman Poche #51-52 (1981), Superman Taschenbuch #41 (1982), Lois Lane Album #[nn] (1982), Superman Poche #55 (1982), Superman Poche #57-58 (1982), Superman Poche #68 (1983)

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