Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt” by Michael Lewis is a gripping account of how a group of financial outsiders exposed the high-frequency trading practices that have rigged the stock market in favor of big Wall Street firms.
When Genius Failed: The Rise and Fall of Long-Term Capital Management Summary
When Genius Failed” by Roger Lowenstein is a gripping account of the spectacular rise and catastrophic collapse of Long-Term Capital Management, a hedge fund managed by brilliant minds that ultimately led to a global financial crisis.