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Sgt. Dunn #1
Operation Devil's Fire
The first book in the Sgt. Dunn Novel series. When Allied intelligence agencies discover the Nazis will complete construction of their atomic bomb before the summer of '44 is out, the race is on to destroy the German facility before the course of the war takes a terrifying turn. Operation Devil's Fire begins two weeks before D-Day with two seemingly unrelated events: a British spy, working in Berlin, steals a top-secret memorandum and is terrified by its contents. Two days, later a P-51 Mustang pilot spots a new German jet bomber while on B-17 escort duty over Germany. When American and British intelligence link the events, there is one inescapable conclusion: Germany will finish the atomic bomb first and, furthermore, possesses a new transatlantic jet bomber. U.S. Army Ranger Sergeant Thomas Dunn and his British Commando rival, Sergeant Malcolm Saunders, receive top secret orders from President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill. Their teams of rugged, lethal soldiers will fly into Germany. Their missions: destroy the German atomic bomb facility and the new jet bomber. Failure means the invasion of Europe was all for nothing. If Hitler drops the atomic weapon on the United States, Roosevelt and Churchill will have no choice but to concede the European continent to the dictator. While the President and Prime Minister wait and worry, the two elite teams fight against enormous odds to complete the missions and return safely home.
362 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 11, 2011
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About the author
Ronn Munsterman
24 books20 followersRonn writes World War II action thrillers.
Ronn Munsterman is the author of the Sgt. Dunn Novels series. His lifelong fascination with World War II history led to the writing of the Sgt. Dunn Novels.
He loves baseball, and as a native of Kansas City, Missouri, has rooted for the Royals since their beginning in 1969. He and his family jumped for joy when the 2015 Royals won the World Series. Other interests include reading, some more or less selective television watching, movies, listening to music, and playing and coaching chess.
Munsterman is a volunteer chess coach each school year for elementary- through high school-aged students, and also provides private lessons. He authored a book on teaching chess: Chess Handbook for Parents and Coaches, available on Amazon.com.
Munsterman retired from his “day job” in December 2015. In the latter half of his career he worked as an Information Technology professional with everything from Microsoft Access to PowerBuilder to web development and finally, with SAP. His new “day job” fulfills his dream: to be a full-time writer.
He lives in Iowa with his wife, and enjoys spending time with the family.
Munsterman is currently busy at work on the next Sgt. Dunn novel.
Ronn Munsterman is the author of the Sgt. Dunn Novels series. His lifelong fascination with World War II history led to the writing of the Sgt. Dunn Novels.
He loves baseball, and as a native of Kansas City, Missouri, has rooted for the Royals since their beginning in 1969. He and his family jumped for joy when the 2015 Royals won the World Series. Other interests include reading, some more or less selective television watching, movies, listening to music, and playing and coaching chess.
Munsterman is a volunteer chess coach each school year for elementary- through high school-aged students, and also provides private lessons. He authored a book on teaching chess: Chess Handbook for Parents and Coaches, available on Amazon.com.
Munsterman retired from his “day job” in December 2015. In the latter half of his career he worked as an Information Technology professional with everything from Microsoft Access to PowerBuilder to web development and finally, with SAP. His new “day job” fulfills his dream: to be a full-time writer.
He lives in Iowa with his wife, and enjoys spending time with the family.
Munsterman is currently busy at work on the next Sgt. Dunn novel.
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May 21, 2018
Compelling story
Thankfully this is a novel. It's scary to think that the Germans would have been able to fly a bomb across the Atlantic ocean. In reality I wonder how close they were. They were amazing at developing top notch equipment overly engineered.
Really enjoyed this book look forward to the rest of the series
Thankfully this is a novel. It's scary to think that the Germans would have been able to fly a bomb across the Atlantic ocean. In reality I wonder how close they were. They were amazing at developing top notch equipment overly engineered.
Really enjoyed this book look forward to the rest of the series
September 4, 2023
Sgt. Thomas Dunn and his associates pull off a WW2 action packed thriller.
Toward the end of the war, two daring missions over France and Germany would hasten the end benefiting both Britain and the United States. Brilliant spy craft and flying skill will keep you reading to the exciting ending.!
Toward the end of the war, two daring missions over France and Germany would hasten the end benefiting both Britain and the United States. Brilliant spy craft and flying skill will keep you reading to the exciting ending.!
August 25, 2017
Allies in Arms
This was a very well written book on the action taking place (fiction). However, the events that took place are real. I will recommend this book to friends and family. Alvis
This was a very well written book on the action taking place (fiction). However, the events that took place are real. I will recommend this book to friends and family. Alvis
February 26, 2018
A Great Book!
I have already downloaded book 2. I like series with strong characters along with some romance. The friendship between Sgt Dunn and Sgt Saunders and the missions they are involved with makes a good book.
I have already downloaded book 2. I like series with strong characters along with some romance. The friendship between Sgt Dunn and Sgt Saunders and the missions they are involved with makes a good book.
August 7, 2020
One of the best !
One of the best WW11 stories I have read, and I bring old Retired Military Guy, I have read many. I look forward to reading others by Finn Munsterman very soon. Ronald Pope, US N Retired.
One of the best WW11 stories I have read, and I bring old Retired Military Guy, I have read many. I look forward to reading others by Finn Munsterman very soon. Ronald Pope, US N Retired.
July 14, 2023
A Different WWII Historical Novel For Me
I’ve mainly read about the women’s role in WWII so reading this one from a soldier’s perspective is definitely viewing the war differently. This is the first of a series and I will definitely be reading the rest. A 5+rating for sure.
I’ve mainly read about the women’s role in WWII so reading this one from a soldier’s perspective is definitely viewing the war differently. This is the first of a series and I will definitely be reading the rest. A 5+rating for sure.
March 27, 2024
Wow! What a novel!
This book is excellent heavely researched, Ronn is a damn good writer. My father was a W W 2 vet so I esp loved this. My father was european theater. Can't wait to read next book. So fast paced and action packed. Kuddos!
This book is excellent heavely researched, Ronn is a damn good writer. My father was a W W 2 vet so I esp loved this. My father was european theater. Can't wait to read next book. So fast paced and action packed. Kuddos!
September 5, 2025
A magnificent book full of adventure.
This was a magnificent book, full of adventure, and an easy read. I hope this is the beginning of a long and enjoyable series of books to come. I can’t wait to start on book 2.
This was a magnificent book, full of adventure, and an easy read. I hope this is the beginning of a long and enjoyable series of books to come. I can’t wait to start on book 2.
March 15, 2018
Good WW2 novel
Very good war novel. Holds your interest throughout. First book in a new series. Will continue with next book in series.
Very good war novel. Holds your interest throughout. First book in a new series. Will continue with next book in series.
December 26, 2018
Operation Devil's Fire
WW2 stories are always exciting. Sgt Dunn did not disappoint. Action abounds. Treachery is also involved. The last several chapters are hard to put down.
WW2 stories are always exciting. Sgt Dunn did not disappoint. Action abounds. Treachery is also involved. The last several chapters are hard to put down.
January 20, 2019
great storyline and moved fast
I would recommend to any one that likes ww2 stories . The romace was a little extra but interesting touch
I would recommend to any one that likes ww2 stories . The romace was a little extra but interesting touch
September 1, 2020
Enjoyable
I really enjoyed this book. While there was some predictable stuff, the book was very enjoyable. Thanks! Hope to read more.
I really enjoyed this book. While there was some predictable stuff, the book was very enjoyable. Thanks! Hope to read more.
May 12, 2024
good story fun read
I really liked this book. It was fun and fairly fast paced. I look forward to reading the next one.
I really liked this book. It was fun and fairly fast paced. I look forward to reading the next one.
August 15, 2018
Excellent Historical Fiction
This is a great series. I hate doing book reviews, because I don't want to spoil it for anyone. I will simply say that this is a well written series, with characters you will like and care about. There is plenty of action and adventure. There is camaraderie among the men. There is family and there is romance. All your emotions will be in play and your adrenaline will be pumping.
I have recommended this book to family and friends. For me, this book is really interesting, because I was born on a military base, to a father who was a career soldier (36 years). He enlisted a few years before WWII and was commissioned during that war.
This is a great series. I hate doing book reviews, because I don't want to spoil it for anyone. I will simply say that this is a well written series, with characters you will like and care about. There is plenty of action and adventure. There is camaraderie among the men. There is family and there is romance. All your emotions will be in play and your adrenaline will be pumping.
I have recommended this book to family and friends. For me, this book is really interesting, because I was born on a military base, to a father who was a career soldier (36 years). He enlisted a few years before WWII and was commissioned during that war.
June 7, 2016
Great Story!
As a self proclaimed student of WW II history, I appreciate these "alternate" historical stories of WW Kindle, and the fictional heroes they create. I just finished reading the Cameron stories, and this is obviously my first Sgt. Dunn story. I'm looking forward to starting book no. 2.
As a self proclaimed student of WW II history, I appreciate these "alternate" historical stories of WW Kindle, and the fictional heroes they create. I just finished reading the Cameron stories, and this is obviously my first Sgt. Dunn story. I'm looking forward to starting book no. 2.
August 26, 2015
A good war story but the author took liberties with history saying that Germany had an operational jet bomber and working atomic bomb.
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April 12, 2015
Cracking good read
A refreshing change from the usual gung :O hero b.s..ill recommend to my friends. I,'ll read more of Sgt Dunn and other works by Mr. Mainstream.
A refreshing change from the usual gung :O hero b.s..ill recommend to my friends. I,'ll read more of Sgt Dunn and other works by Mr. Mainstream.
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January 17, 2016Awesome WWII Historical Fiction
Ronn Munsterman has published a great historical fiction book about WWII. This book is the first book in the author's Sergeant Dunn series.
Ronn Munsterman has published a great historical fiction book about WWII. This book is the first book in the author's Sergeant Dunn series.
February 3, 2016
Some of the best historical fiction I've read in quite some time. A good mix of action and humor along with excellent character development.
June 14, 2016
Continued WWII reading
Another enjoyable book about WWII from the perspective of Rangers and Army Air Corps. Light and enjoyable filled with facts and adventure.
Another enjoyable book about WWII from the perspective of Rangers and Army Air Corps. Light and enjoyable filled with facts and adventure.
November 20, 2016
A very good read
I happened upon the fourth book in this Sergeant Dunn series and found it enjoyable. I this looked up the series and started with the beginning novel.
I happened upon the fourth book in this Sergeant Dunn series and found it enjoyable. I this looked up the series and started with the beginning novel.
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