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By reaching the greatest depths of the ocean he wanted to conquer the world, and for it, he would pay any price.
By reaching the greatest depths of the ocean she wanted to conquer his heart, and for it, she paid the ultimate price.
“THE LAST ATTEMPT” By Carlos Serra
While attempting to set a new world record in the extreme sport of freediving, Audrey dies. Something had gone terribly wrong and despite a massive media attention, many questions remained unanswered. Suspicion fell over her husband, the legendary freediver known as Pipin, prompting his business partner, Carlos Serra, a brother-like friend to Audrey, to promise an investigation to determine responsibilities, if any. But Pipin rejected the motion and that's when the struggle between Serra and Pipin began. THE LAST ATTEMPT is the result of that investigation, and with a surprising conclusion, it comprises the whole story as it actually occurred.
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Reader comment found on Barnes & Nobles.com
This book is amazing. I learned about Miss Mestre’s passing like anyone else, through the news broadcast, but something that bothered me was the lack of resolution to the puzzle. Was she killed by her husband, the legendary Pipin? Or was it just an accident? This book provides a thrilling narrative, great pictures, an inside look into the mind of abusive personalities, explains everything that happened to the late Audrey and gives all the elements for a divisive and rather controversial end. The Last Attempt is a whole criminal case by itself and the authorities should look into and open a case in the United States. Also interesting is the connection with James Cameron. He wants to portray the story in a movie but how he’s going to present the whole story still to be seen. He initially claimed to be working it as a love-story between Pipin and Audrey but there is no love story. This is more like a true-crime thriller!!! I highly recommend it. I’m still shocked.
Readers' comments found on Amazon.com
I absolutely could not put this book down. I was so interested to learn of the events causing her death. I had read so much online about her husband and his involvement that I wanted to hear what Mr. Serra's view was. It is so tragic and if the events were truly as such in this book, then this is a tragedy that could have been avoided. Excellent book, very well written and kept me wanting to turn each page and not set it down until I was finished.
Review by Peiton Girl from Texas, US
I am a TEC diver and diving instructor since approx. 20 years. A book about a freediving accident was not exactly what I was looking for! So I went through a couple of reviews and decided to buy it, anyhow…
Well, to put it bluntly: I read it in one take. It was absolutely absorbing and thrilling, like a top crime story; but full with information, only an insider could reveal! As well I was really shocked about the b/w pictures of the accident and the lack of overall-security during the whole freediving record attempt!
If you are interested in either background information on this sad event, on subtle personal details about Audrey, whether if you are a freediver or
want to look into the relation between Audrey and Pipin: go and read it!
Review by Albretch Salm from Switzerland
Having read Pippins book first I fell in love with the sport. Having read this one I find out what a cruel world it can be. Recommended read for all fans of freediving.
Review by Vladas2 from Belgrade, Serbia
I followed this story through the news couple of years back, saw it on HBO, saw a segment on the National Geographic Channel and remained curious about it since no one could really tell what had happened. This book tells the whole thing and with an amazing conclusion. Audrey had a remarkable life cut short by the absurd obsession of her legendary husband. Incredible story and an amazing narrative from the author.
Review by Manuel B. from Lima, Peru