The story is set in a world where the Axis powers emerged victorious in World War II. It centers on Yael, a young woman with a remarkable ability and a burning desire for revenge.
Yael is a survivor of the horrifying human experiments conducted by the Nazis during the war. These experiments granted her the power of shape-shifting enabling her to assume the appearance of any person she desires. Fueled by her intense hatred for the Axis regime, Yael decides to participate in the Axis Tour—a treacherous motorcycle race that spans continents.
Her goal is to win the Axis Tour and use the opportunity to assassinate Adolf Hitler, the leader of the Third Reich. She believes that by eliminating Hitler she can dismantle the oppressive Axis powers and end the suffering they inflict upon the world.
To increase her chances of success, Yael assumes the identity of Adele Wolfe—a previous Axis Tour champion who was celebrated as the epitome of Aryan perfection. By impersonating Adele, Yael hopes to infiltrate Hitler's inner circle and get close enough to carry out her mission.
As Yael embarks on the race, she encounters a myriad of challenges. The other riders, including fierce competitors and potential threats, test her physical and mental endurance. The race takes her through dangerous terrain from the desolate Siberian tundra to the scorching desert sands of the Sahara. Yael must navigate treacherous weather conditions, mechanical failures, and the constant pressure of staying ahead in the race.
Amidst the grueling physical demands, Yael also wrestles with her own emotions and memories. Haunted by the trauma of her past, she is tormented by the faces of those she has lost. The line between her real self and the personas she assumes begins to blur as she grapples with her identity.
Throughout her journey, Yael forms unexpected alliances with other racers. Among them are Luka Löwe—a charming and enigmatic competitor who harbors his secrets—and Adele's twin brother who is desperate to find his sister. These relationships add layers of complexity to Yael's mission as trust becomes both a vulnerability and a source of strength.
As the race progresses, Yael uncovers shocking revelations about Adele's life, her relationships, and the true extent of the oppression inflicted by the Axis powers. Her initial thirst for vengeance evolves into a more nuanced understanding of the world she inhabits. Yael confronts moral dilemmas and grapples with questions of sacrifice and the blurred lines between good and evil.
As the final stages of the Axis Tour approach, Yael's determination intensifies. She must confront her deepest fears and the person responsible for her suffering. At the Victor’s Ball, she approaches Adolf Hitler and shoots him. However, she realizes the man she killed was a decoy and that the real Hitler still lives. Yael escapes through a shattered window and contemplates the consequences of her actions. The shot heard around the world marks the beginning of a resistance movement against the true monster who holds power over the world.
