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(More customer reviews)What a fun, interesting, well-written book! This is not your regular old business book, it is written in first person and has a ton of pop culture references. I raced through the book, enjoyed the plot, loved the character development and couldn't help but learn (and laugh) along the way.
Zero-Sum Game, a book about the merger between Chicago Board of Trade and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, is an interesting read for industry veterans or those who are not part of the financial sector. I liked how Olson provided a quick overview/definition for each term, but then really focused on the fun/more interesting stuff which, again, really sets this book apart.
It is easy to follow, logically written, and kept me at the edge of my seat. I couldn't help feeling like I was along for the ride, as I followed Olson on her journey from her first interview at the Chicago Board of Trade through the day she looked back and noticed that the stature of Ceres appeared as though she was crying. Intricate and colorful character descriptions turn the main players alive and set a vivid stage for the reader.
Zero-Sum Game is one of the best books I've read in a long time. It is candid, captivating and a definite page turner. I'm looking forward to Olson's next book.
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