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Rollercoaster: a 1970s comedy thriller for the 21st century!

Rollercoaster: a 1970s comedy thriller for the 21st century!

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Rollercoaster is a 1979 novel by James Essinger that tells the story of Rod Coaster, a would-be hippie, and Chief Superintendent Pickling Fox-Foetus, a senior policeman, who team up to thwart a terrorist attack on a West German hotel. The book is described as wacky, outrageous, imaginative, bonkers, and fun.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2021
Publisher: The Conrad Press


"Rollercoaster" is a novel written by James Essinger in 1979, when he was a virgin. The story revolves around Rod Coaster, a warm-hearted would-be hippie, who teams up with Chief Superintendent Pickling Fox-Foetus, an illustrious senior policeman who has never made a mistake, to thwart a terrorist attack on one of West Germany's most pretentious hotels. The novel is filled with wacky, outrageous, imaginative, and bonkers adventures, as Rod and Pickling navigate through a world of danger and intrigue.

Despite their differences, Rod and Pickling form an unlikely alliance and work together to prevent the terrorist attack. Along the way, Rod encounters a variety of characters, including a seductive French spy, a mysterious German scientist, and a beautiful Finnish beauty.

Through his adventures, Rod learns valuable lessons about friendship, love, and the importance of standing up for what is right. He also discovers that sometimes, the most unlikely heroes can be the most effective in saving the day.

"Rollercoaster" is a book that you won't easily forget, even if you're no longer a virgin. It is a testament to the power of imagination and the resilience of the human spirit. Essinger's writing is witty, clever, and filled with memorable characters and plot twists.

In conclusion, "Rollercoaster" is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, comedy, and the unexpected. It is a novel that will leave you laughing, crying, and cheering for the heroes as they navigate through a world of danger and intrigue.

Weight: 208g
Dimension: 128 x 232 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913567088

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