Dead in the Water is a true crime story that delves into the inner workings of the international shipping industry, and the complex web of fraud and conspiracy that surrounds it. Written by award-winning Bloomberg reporters Matthew Campbell and Kit Chellel, the book tells the story of the 2011 hijacking of the oil tanker Brillante Virtuoso, and the murder of David Mockett, a maritime surveyor working for Lloyd’s of London who had been sent to inspect the damaged vessel. Through in-depth reporting and first-hand accounts, the authors piece together the truth behind this brazen financial fraud and seek to bring justice to those involved. The book is a riveting and eye-opening look at the dark side of the global economy and the criminal activity that threatens it.