Cover of Monthey sous pression, a novel by Lionel Fragnière
Monthey sous pression

The first novel by Lionel Fragnière

Monthey
sous pression

A river of lava is normal. A pipe sweating cold, much less so.

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Format
Printed book · A5 format
Price per copy
CHF 30.00
Estimated availability
From 12 December 2026

Swiss Post · postage based on quantity

Shipping rates
1–3 copies
CHF 9.00
4–19 copies
CHF 12.00
20–50 copies
CHF 21.00
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Payment is collected when you preorder through Stripe. Estimated availability from 12 December 2026, then around one week after ordering for delivery.

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The book is planned to be available at À l’ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs in Monthey, with payment at the bookshop.

Details will be published here once confirmed with the bookshop.

For now, this website does not offer bookshop reservations or a waiting list. There is nothing to submit for this option.

Rue des Bourguignons 4, 1870 Monthey
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Back cover

A river of lava is normal. A pipe sweating cold, much less so.

At the foot of the mountains, the factories run day and night, and zeppelins moor on the roof of the Crochetan theatre. Carnival is approaching. Floats are being built, the guggen bands are rehearsing, and everyone is preparing for the Great Venting, the night when the town opens its valves to release the pressure.

In his workshop, Julius knows the sounds of the network. This particular pulse is new. When the Vieux Pont cracks and a cold mist spreads through the streets, the mechanic starts asking questions. At the Château, he is advised to go back to bed. The Industries prefer to block his path.

It will take more than a sign to stop him.

With the help of those who keep the town running without ever getting a say in how it is run, Julius makes his way from beneath the theatre to the mountainside. The Tsevarin accompanies him, alert to signs Julius cannot yet read. As they advance, the installations reveal secrets no one wants to answer for.

Soon, the drums will drown out the noise of the pipes. The valves will open at the appointed time.

All that remains is to keep the town from blowing up. Without permission, of course.

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When will I receive my book?

Availability is estimated from 12 December 2026. For delivery orders placed after that date, allow around one week. These dates are estimates. Bookshop pickup arrangements will be announced soon.

What are the delivery options?

This website accepts preorders for delivery within Switzerland by Swiss Post: CHF 9.00 for 1–3 copies, CHF 12.00 for 4–19 copies and CHF 21.00 for 20–50 copies. Purchase at À l’ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs, Rue des Bourguignons 4, 1870 Monthey, is planned with payment on site. Details will be published here once confirmed with the bookshop.

Can I reserve a copy at the bookshop?

For now, this website does not offer bookshop reservations or a waiting list. There is nothing to submit for this option. Purchase details will be published here once confirmed with the bookshop.

Can I order several copies?

Yes, choose from 1 to 50 copies. The order total and postage update with your selection. For larger orders, contact the author.

When will I pay?

For delivery, payment is collected when you preorder on Stripe’s secure payment page. For the planned bookshop purchase, payment will be made on site; details are still to be confirmed. This website does not offer bookshop reservations or a waiting list.

How can I ask about my order?

Email contact@7strates.ch. For a paid order, include the reference from Stripe; never send your card details.