In 'Red Notice', financier Bill Browder details his thrilling journey from hedge fund success in Russia to becoming a target of the Kremlin. After uncovering a massive fraud scheme, he finds himself embroiled in a harrowing battle for justice following the murder of his lawyer, Sergei Magnitsky. Browder's quest leads him to expose corruption at the highest levels of the Russian government and establish the Magnitsky Act, a pivotal human rights law. The book is a gripping account of political intrigue, personal peril, and the fight against tyranny. Prepare to be captivated by a story that combines finance, espionage, and a relentless pursuit of truth.
By Bill Browder
Published: 2015
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