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Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt
by Michael Lewis
I was surprised that I liked this book, and that says a lot for the quality of the writing and storytelling. This book is notable for highlighting one of those rare moments when someone rejects a safe and well-paying job because they see something wrong with the system they are involved in. Many of the men featured act against their own self-interest because it was the right thing to do for others. It's amazing they had to lie about their idealism and talk about greed they did not feel in order to be trusted by others in Wall Street. It also highlights the difficulties in regulating and prosecuting a highly technical business. How can you have a jury of your peers when there are not 12 people that can even explain what you are doing? Really well done and an easy read.