{"product_id":"red-notice","title":"Red Notice","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRed Notice\u003c\/em\u003e by Bill Browder is a harrowing account of one man's fight against the corruption and brutality embedded within the highest echelons of Russian power. Blending personal memoir, geopolitical intrigue, and a true-crime narrative, this book takes the reader on an electrifying journey from the flourishing financial markets of New York and London in the 1990s to the lethal corridors of power in Putin's Moscow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowder, a leading hedge-fund manager, initially finds tremendous success investing in the burgeoning Russian economy after the collapse of the Soviet Union. However, his fortunes take a dramatic turn when he begins to unravel an intricate web of fraud perpetrated by the oligarchs and government officials. Determined to expose the truth, Browder becomes ensnared in a treacherous game of cat-and-mouse with some of the world's most dangerous players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the narrative centres around the tragic fate of Sergei Magnitsky, a bright and principled young lawyer hired by Browder to investigate a $230 million tax fraud carried out by Russian authorities. Magnitsky pays the ultimate price for his courage, beaten to death by police officers after his relentless pursuit of justice. His story becomes Browder's rallying cry as he embarks on a relentless campaign to hold those responsible accountable, leading to the landmark passage of the Magnitsky Act, which imposes stiff sanctions on human rights offenders in Russia and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for its vivid storytelling and sharp analysis, \u003cem\u003eRed Notice\u003c\/em\u003e provides an unflinching look into the dark machinations of Putin's Russia. The book is not only an exposé of financial malfeasance but also a poignant eulogy to a friend lost under horrific circumstances. Browder's determination, courage, and unyielding call for justice serve as a powerful testimony to the enduring fight against tyranny and oppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Lee Child aptly notes, \"Reads like a classic thriller, with an everyman hero alone and in danger in a hostile foreign city ... but it's all true, and it's a story that needs to be told.\" This riveting account has earned widespread acclaim, compelling readers and critics alike to confront the disconcerting realities it reveals. The Times describes it as \"an unburdening, a witness statement and a thriller all at the same time ... electrifying,\" while The Washington Post acknowledges its narrative power: \"A riveting account... it is a powerful story and Browder tells it skilfully.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowder's life is indelibly marked by his brave crusade against corruption in Russia, making \u003cem\u003eRed Notice\u003c\/em\u003e an essential read for anyone interested in contemporary geopolitics, human rights activism, and the intricate world of high finance. It is an eye-opening, gut-wrenching tale that underscores the perilous journey from affluence to advocacy, demonstrating that the pursuit of justice is fraught with danger but deeply necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692335358188,"sku":"9780552170321","price":17.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780552170321.jpg?v=1725557992","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/red-notice","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}