Jonas Jonasson 3 Books Collection Set The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man
Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All
The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780007987788
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Age Range: Adult

Overview
This brand new paperback collection brings together three sharply funny, internationally bestselling novels by Swedish author Jonas Jonasson: The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man, Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All, and The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden. Each book delivers Jonasson's trademark blend of historical absurdity, deadpan wit, and unlikely heroes, following runaway pensioners, reluctant hitmen, and a resourceful young woman from Soweto as they stumble through extraordinary, laugh-out-loud escapades. Perfect for fans of clever, character-driven comic fiction, this set makes an ideal gift or a rewarding addition to any bookshelf.

About the Books
The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man reunites readers with centenarian Allan Karlsson, whose retirement is interrupted by a hot air balloon mishap, a wayward North Korean cargo ship, and a suitcase of contraband uranium. Alongside his loyal friend Julius, Allan stumbles from one improbable international crisis to the next, blending historical satire with Jonasson's signature warmth and absurd humour.

Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All finds hotel receptionist Per Persson and a disgraced vicar teaming up with a notorious but oddly principled hitman after five thousand kronor goes missing from a rundown Stockholm hotel. What begins as an awkward arrangement spirals into a wildly entertaining scheme involving faith, fortune, and unlikely friendship.

The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden follows Nombeko Mayeki, a sharp-witted young woman born in a Soweto shack who defies every expectation stacked against her. After becoming entangled with South Africa's secret nuclear weapons programme, Nombeko goes on the run with a rogue atomic bomb, three identical sisters, an elderly potato farmer, and twins officially registered as a single person. Her journey becomes a hilarious, high-stakes tale of survival and quiet heroism.

Together, these three standalone novels showcase why Jonasson has become one of the world's most beloved comic novelists, celebrated for turning history and everyday misfortune into irresistibly readable fiction. Each story stands alone but shares the same irreverent charm, making this collection ideal for newcomers and longtime fans who enjoy witty, globe-trotting adventures with heart.

Key Benefits

• Three complete, standalone novels by internationally bestselling author Jonas Jonasson in one convenient paperback set.
• Signature blend of dark comedy, historical satire, and heartwarming, larger-than-life characters.
• Ideal gift for fans of witty, globe-trotting fiction, book clubs, and comic novel lovers.
• Brand new paperback condition, ready to read or gift immediately.
• Great value way to explore Jonasson's acclaimed body of work beyond his famous debut.

About the Author
Jonas Jonasson is a Swedish author and former journalist, best known internationally for The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared, a global publishing phenomenon translated into dozens of languages and adapted for film. Drawing on years of experience in journalism and media, Jonasson writes with a satirical eye for history, politics, and human folly, all wrapped in warm, character-driven comedy. His novels consistently top bestseller charts across Europe and beyond, earning him a reputation as one of contemporary fiction's most distinctive and widely loved comic voices.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Fans of clever, offbeat storytelling will adore this collection: three complete comic novels, one internationally bestselling author, and countless laugh-out-loud moments packed with heart, history, and heist-worthy mischief along the way. Perfect for gifting, holiday reading, or building a home library of witty, feel-good fiction that refuses to take itself too seriously.

Please Note: Cover artwork shown is the UK edition; ISBN reflects the UK printing supplied with this set.