58 pages 1 hour read

Bill Browder

Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man's Fight for Justice

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015

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Red Notice by Bill Browder is a nonfiction narrative that follows Browder's transformation from a naive investor to a human rights crusader. Initially profiting from Russian investments through his firm, Hermitage Capital, Browder confronts corruption when his company becomes a target of Russian oligarchs and government officials. After his lawyer Sergei Magnitsky is tortured and killed, Browder campaigns for the Magnitsky Act to seek justice and sanctions against those responsible.

Reviews & Readership

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Red Notice by Bill Browder has received widespread acclaim for its gripping narrative and compelling insight into financial crime and corruption in Russia. While many readers praise the book's taut storytelling and Browder's bravery, some criticize its pacing and occasional self-aggrandizement. Overall, it is considered a powerful and eye-opening memoir.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Red Notice?

Ideal for readers interested in financial thrillers and geopolitical intrigue, Red Notice by Bill Browder appeals to fans of The Big Short by Michael Lewis and Bad Blood by John Carreyrou. It combines elements of high-stakes finance, true crime, and personal courage against corruption.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics

Business / Economics

History: World

Politics / Government

Themes

Society: Economics

Genre

Russian Literature

Biography