Idiom translation - to French

[bethP]

ST=Gifted writer loathed religion and authority
The Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October 2007

Sentence = None achieved the place in theatre history occupied by Benjamin and Spears, who admitted to squandering much of the play's riches, struggled with the roller coaster ride that flowed from spectacular early success.

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Regards
Beth

[ANTHOS]

hi

"montagnes russes" is a literal translation of rollercoaster and I think it can be used figuratively.

if so, perhaps "parcours en montagnes russes" would fit in your context.

[bethP]

Thanks for that, you have been very helpful.
Regards
Beth