Mary Childs

I picked up this book because I was interested in learning more about bond markets. I did learn more about bond markets, although not in as much detail as I would have hoped. The primary focus of the text is about the legendary bond investor, Bill Gross, of Pacific Investment Management, Co (PIMCO).

The book is written by Childs, a female financial reported. She positions herself as an outsider to the "old boys club" of the financial world, and takes a generally disparaging tone about the industry, call out its sexism and egocentrism (I can't argue that this tone isn't merited). On the other hand, her book ultimately elevates her subjects, as it gives lengthy airtime to their qualities and aspirations.

The subtitle of the book is hyperbolic. Gross didn't lose everything. His reputation is tarnished, and he was pushed out of the firm he helped co-found, but I think this is the norm for financial tycoons. He is still a celebrity billionaire.… (plus d'informations)