Race for the Moon #22
"Queen of Uranus" delivers a chilling courtroom twist in this 1965 Thorpe & Porter gem, where a man’s fate hinges on a mysterious hypnotist’s intervention. Written and illustrated by John Forte, the story unfolds with a gripping sense of suspense as a seemingly guilty man is freed by an unseen force—only for the truth to unravel in a shocking reversal. The cover by John Forte captures the eerie mood, making this a standout issue in the series.
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Chalmers is accused of murdering Sir Alfred Haines as he knew he was the benefactor of his will. The jurors are all sure he is guilty but a mysterious man steps out of the shadows and hypnotises the jurors to return a not guilty verdict. When the foreman announces the verdict the judge is angry but has to release Chalmers. Later the jurors recover and tell the judge but no trace of the man is found. They give details to an artist and the man is recognised by the judge as being Sir Alfred! A young burglar is caught and confesses to the crime. The judge is glad that Chalmers was not hanged.
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