If War Should Come, William N. Walker
If War Should Come, William N. Walker
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If War Should Come
A Paul Muller Novel of Political Intrigue

Author: William N. Walker

Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki

Unabridged: 9 hr 27 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/13/2022


Synopsis

Inspired by actual events, If War Should Come is a gripping historical novel of intrigue and suspense by William N. Walker.It’s the autumn of 1939, and Europe lurches uncertainly into war. Paul Muller is catapulted into a diplomatic cauldron of treachery and betrayal as both Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union threaten war on new fronts.In a compelling narrative of political intrigue and violence, listeners will relish being exposed to the little-known events Muller encounters, vividly illustrating the perils of a confused and fearful time.No one writes about high-stakes 1930s political intrigue more convincingly than William Walker. If War Should Come is a masterpiece of sophisticated historical fiction.

About William N. Walker

William N. Walker brings to his Paul Muller novels a lifetime of experience as a diplomat, government official, and international businessman. He is a winner of the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Wesleyan University. Walker is the father of three grown children and lives with his wife on Cape Cod.

About Stefan Rudnicki

Stefan Rudnicki first became involved with audiobooks in 1994. Now a Grammy-winning audiobook producer, he has worked on more than five thousand audiobooks as a narrator, writer, producer, or director. He has narrated more than nine hundred audiobooks. A recipient of multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards, he was presented the coveted Audie Award for solo narration in 2005, 2007, and 2014, and was named one of AudioFile’s Golden Voices in 2012.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Larmie Fahrendorff on January 06, 2022

A 4th step through WWII. I enjoy the political intrigue in this WWII series. The author's practical background in government and international relations gives the reader a special insight to the diplomatic relations and strategies, of coercion and compromise, the smoke filled room where the alcohol f......more

Goodreads review by John Koenig on January 15, 2022

History Alive I just finished the four Paul Muller novels. I couldn't stop reading this fictional history lesson seen through the eyes of a diplomat/fighter. Walkers weaves a great tale using f act based fiction. Can't wait for his next Muller book......more

Goodreads review by Norman P. Blake on November 09, 2021

Another great read The author has put into context historically accurate scenario a fictionalized drama that is well worth the read. Highly recommended......more

Goodreads review by Janet Welsh on November 08, 2022

Interesting plot but distracting writing While I moderately enjoyed the plot, I found the habit of adding clarifying phrases frequently distracting. Instead of using several dashes before and after each phrase, the author uses a single dash and no spaces, which looks like a hyphen. Initially I had to......more

Goodreads review by David on January 21, 2024

I am happy to have discovered this superb book revolving around the adventures of a Swiss diplomat in the days leading up to World War 2 - keeping a train load of gold bullion from falling into Nazi hands, affirming Switzerland's neutrality while planning its defense in case of invasion by the Wehrm......more


Quotes

“This is a really good book that captures the drama of Europe descending into war…as Paul Muller tries to navigate a maelstrom of intrigue and violence.” Bookmarks

“[A] gripping, fast paced novel that propels the reader into the violence and upheaval that exploded at the outset of World War II. Realistic and engrossing, readers will be rewarded with a compelling narrative they won’t want to put down.” Trace Evidence Press