A high-ranking German officer's quest for vengeance in occupied Belgrade ignites a deadly vendetta. General von Blintoft arrives in Belgrade in Autumn 1941 with orders to pacify Yugoslavia, but his mission is immediately shattered when his wife is killed by a sniper's bullet intended for him. Consumed by a desire for retribution, von Blintoft learns the assassination squad is led by the legendary English officer Tony Davis and his mistress, Sandrine Fouquet, making them the targets of his ruthless pursuit. As the Germans launch an assault on Uzice, Tony and the Partisan leader Tito must devise a counter-attack while navigating an environment rife with treachery and betrayal, all while attempting to rescue Sandrine from imminent torture and death.

The novel appears to be a historical thriller that focuses on the intense personal vendetta of a German general in occupied Yugoslavia. The premise suggests a narrative rich in espionage, military action, and the complexities of wartime loyalties and betrayals. The plot is driven by the immediate aftermath of a targeted assassination and the subsequent pursuit of those responsible. The setting of World War II in the Balkans provides a volatile backdrop for the unfolding events, promising a tense and action-packed story.