Target Switzerland is another plunge into the cauldron of pre-war Europe by the author, who once again delivers a richly atmospheric narrative transporting the reader into that fraught era.  Muller uncovers plots to gain advantage by ruse and ploy—and resort to violence.  It is a compelling story of intrigue and deceit. The novel draws on little known historical facts in fashioning a taut and absorbing storyline.  Diplomatic deception leads to high stakes disputes and risky encounters as Muller confronts spies, negotiates with corrupt arms dealers and unravels subversive financial transactions.