{"product_id":"9781838952556","title":"Dead in the Water","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinner of the True Crime Awards Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShortlisted for the \u003ci\u003eFinancial Times\u003c\/i\u003e Business Book of the Year Award\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cit\u003eDead in the Water\u003c\/it\u003e delves into the harrowing true story of fraud and murder that rocked the global shipping industry. In July 2011, the oil tanker Brillante Virtuoso was attacked by pirates in the treacherous waters of the Gulf of Aden. Amidst the chaos, maritime surveyor David Mockett, tasked with investigating the incident for the ship's insurer, stumbles upon a convoluted web of deceit that extends far beyond the attack itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Mockett digs deeper, he uncovers a disturbing nexus of corruption involving high-profile figures and a shadowy underbelly of the maritime world. The narrative reveals how greed can lead to catastrophic consequences, illustrating the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their interests. The book combines meticulous research with gripping storytelling, making it a compelling read for both true crime aficionados and those interested in maritime history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCorruption and Deceit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe Complexity of Maritime Law\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe Human Cost of Greed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognised for its in-depth analysis and engaging prose, \u003cit\u003eDead in the Water\u003c\/it\u003e has garnered critical acclaim and awards, establishing itself as a significant contribution to the true crime genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“A gripping exploration of a dark chapter in maritime history.”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52951404708172,"sku":"9781838952556","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781838952556_front.webp?v=1765302027","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de-eu\/products\/9781838952556","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}