Alex Garrett has dreamed of being on Wall Street since she was a young girl. She loved going to work with her father when she was growing up. She works hard and graduates from the University of Virginia and ends up with an offer to work on Wall Street. Her illusions are quickly burst when she has to sit on a small folding chair and watch others and answer to "Girlie". Alex learns quickly and gradually gains the respect of her mostly male co-workers. Still, the economy is in trouble and life on Wall Street is changing. Alex has to decide what matters the most to her.
This novel by Erin Duffy was a fun and amusing look at the financial world on Wall Street through the eyes of a young woman trying to make her way in a man's world. Alex was a great character. She tries hard to please but she still manages to maintain some backbone. Some of her problems are heartbreaking but it is a fun read. I certainly would never consider a career on Wall Street but I enjoyed the view through Alex's young eyes.
Rating - A
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