Den of Thieves

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The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of Wall Street and the cutthroat tactics used by these players to achieve success

Published: 2012 Den of Thieves is a non-fiction book written by James B. Stewart, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author. The book is a detailed account of the insider trading scandals of the 1980s, which involved some of Wall Street's most powerful and high-profile players. The story does leave you hanging a bit, although like any good RPG, minor/side quests get solved. However, the main quest remains unresolved (and not completely understood), and you're left wanting more. Which sets you up nicely for book 2. The term "den of spies" popularized during the Iranian Revolution for the Embassy of the United States in Tehran. Stewart's writing style is meticulous and engaging, making even the most complex financial concepts accessible to the general reader. He weaves together multiple narratives and plotlines, building suspense and excitement throughout the book. His ability to balance in-depth analysis with captivating storytelling makes Den of Thieves a truly compelling read. The book centers around four main characters - Michael Milken, Ivan Boesky, Marty Siegel, and Dennis Levine - who were at the heart of the financial scandals of the era. Through extensive research and interviews, Stewart paints a compelling and nuanced picture of these individuals and their actions. He examines the culture of greed and deception that flourished on Wall Street during this period, and how it ultimately led to their downfall.

A satisfying read, imaginative and well-written, immersive and thought-provoking, fast-paced action and witty humour, adventure with a heart, a welcome escape from ever bleaker reality. Promising start to a new series. Recommended to people who enjoy RPG and/or good stories ) There is a weird hiccup with time as well that the author should clean up or explain better. We are told that it doesn’t matter how long the MC stays in the game; it is always the length of one night’s sleep IRL. That means days pass in the game while only 8 hours passes IRL. Time in the game is described as relative. Now, we’ve all experienced dreams like that, but the MC interacts with other PCs in the game, so their time can’t also be relative, can it?

Levine was ambitious and wanted to rise up the ranks of investment banking. However, he had little experience in finance and his bosses thought him incompetent because they could see that he wasn’t good at reading balance sheets. He tried to get people like Robert Wilkis who were insecure or greedy enough to join Levine’s insider trading scheme by showing them how everyone else on Wall Street was doing it too. Eventually, Wilkis gave in and joined Levine’s ring of insiders after being badgered for a long time. Meanwhile, Levine recruited other moles from other banks into the scheme as well.Beyond exposing the individuals involved in the scandals, Den of Thieves also raises important questions about the larger system in which they operated. Stewart highlights the interconnectedness of power, money, and influence, demonstrating how these factors can corrupt even the most seemingly trustworthy individuals. He explores the ethical implications of financial practices and the impact they have on the economy and society as a whole. The book shows the impact of the scandals on the public's perception of Wall Street and the financial industry as a whole.

Den of Thieves is a non-fiction book written by James B. Stewart, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author. The book is a detailed account of the insider trading scandals of the 1980s, which involved some of Wall Street's most powerful and high-profile players.The book focuses on four main characters - Michael Milken, Ivan Boesky, Marty Siegel, and Dennis Levine - who were at the heart of the financial scandals of the era. In some ways, this reminded me of Assassin's Creed, where there is a present-day futuristic time where such technology is possible, and while the game has its own story, there are choices you make in the game that may impact the present day. The book provides a detailed account of the insider trading scandals of the 1980s, which involved some of Wall Street's most powerful and high-profile players. The book highlights the culture of greed and deception that flourished on Wall Street during this period, and how it ultimately led to the downfall of these individuals. The writing is tight, with only a few awkward sentences, but much better than most I’ve read from Indie authors. I was rarely pulled out of the story. The sarcastic AI wasn’t laugh-out-loud funny, but the humor was far from annoying like most who try too hard to be humorous. It was a nice addition.