The Last Attempt: The true story of freediving champion Audrey Mestre and the mystery of her death [Paperback]

Carlos Serra (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 22, 2006

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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About the Author

Began Freediving at age 17 (1976) in native Venezuela and progressed into scuba diving five years later. In 1988 became diving trainer for the Professional Association of Diving Instructors. He was a volunteer diver for Civil Defense (Venezuela) for underwater Search & Recovery emergencies. Eventually became Course Director (Instructor Trainer), the highest certification level in the scuba diving industry and the first Venezuelan-born ever to achieve such distinction. In 1998 became owner of Dixie Divers of Key Largo, Florida Keys. In 2000 partnered with legendary freediver "Pipin" Ferreras and became President of the International Association of Free Divers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 284 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris, Corp. (November 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1425738397
• ISBN-13: 978-1425738396
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #536,814 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #52 in Books > Teens > Sports & Hobbies > Girls in Sports

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing story, February 7, 2007

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Manuel B. "Manuel" (Lima, Peru) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Last Attempt: The true story of freediving champion Audrey Mestre and the mystery of her death (Paperback)

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.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Last Attempt ..., October 12, 2008

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Albrecht Salm (Switzerland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Last Attempt: The true story of freediving champion Audrey Mestre and the mystery of her death (Paperback)

Hi:
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 an Pipin: go an read it!

If you want to look at the cover or the TOC:

http://www.divetable.de/books/index_e.htm#Kap%2011

it is item [105].

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid information on the biggest tragedy in freediving world, May 21, 2007

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VladaS2 (Belgrade, Serbia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Last Attempt: The true story of freediving champion Audrey Mestre and the mystery of her death (Paperback)

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.