Book description
Red Notice - an audiobook that turns a Wall Street saga into a pulse-racing crusade
Bill Browder's Red Notice is the kind of book that feels like a live-action movie played out in your ears. The narration-warm, measured, and never over-dramatic-lets Browder's voice do the heavy lifting: his journey from a "Wall Street maverick" to an accidental activist who now stands at the front lines of a global fight against corruption.
The book opens with the familiar glitter of post-Soviet Russia: cheap oil, hungry investors, and a market bursting into life. Browder's instinctive sense for opportunity lands him a fortune, but it is his discovery that the system he's built on is riddled with rot that turns the narrative from a simple business success story into something far more urgent. The turning point arrives when his lawyer, Sergei Magnitsky, is arrested and ultimately murdered in prison-an event that forces Browder to confront the brutal reality of Vladimir Putin's regime.
What makes Red Notice stand out among memoirs is its hybrid nature. It blends the high-stakes intrigue of a John Grisham thriller with the hard facts of financial strategy and political maneuvering, much like Fortune's comparison to Liar's Poker. The audiobook keeps you on edge as Browder navigates legal loopholes, diplomatic negotiations, and personal danger while simultaneously laying out how he turned Magnitsky's death into a catalyst for the U.S. Magnitsky Act-a law that sanctions those involved in human rights abuses.
The storytelling is relentless but never gimmicky. Browder's tone shifts from confident trader to desperate advocate with such ease that listeners can feel the stakes climb without losing clarity. The narration also highlights the emotional core: the loss of a friend, the fight against an unyielding system, and ultimately the discovery that purpose can emerge from tragedy.
In just under 12 hours of listening, Red Notice delivers a compelling narrative arc that keeps you hooked while educating you on the mechanics of corruption, the power of international law, and the resilience required to confront a totalitarian state. For anyone who loves stories that combine sharp business insight with a moral imperative-and for those who appreciate a well-crafted audiobook experience-this is a must-listen.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience