The Wolf of Wall Street
Jordan Belfort
Dive into the outrageous and true story of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who lived a life of unbridled hedonism and corruption on Wall Street. From humble beginnings to founding his own brokerage firm, Stratton Oakmont, Belfort's journey is a wild ride filled with drugs, hookers, and financial schemes. A cautionary tale of greed and excess, this memoir offers a satirical reconstruction of one of the wildest rides in Wall Street history.
Walk in My Combat Boots
James Patterson
An anthology of true stories from American soldiers, offering a raw and intimate look into their experiences in combat and the challenges they face both on and off the battlefield. From harrowing firefights to the emotional toll of war, this book shares the sacrifices and bravery of those who serve.
Dear Life
Rachel Clarke
In 'Dear Life', Rachel Clarke, a palliative care doctor, shares profound and deeply moving stories from her clinical experience, exploring themes of love, loss, hope, and the essence of living in the face of death. With unflinching honesty and heartfelt compassion, she invites readers to contemplate the beauty and fragility of life, offering a powerful reminder of what truly matters.
This is Going to Hurt
Adam Kay
A hilarious and heartbreaking memoir based on the diaries of a junior doctor working in the UK's National Health Service (NHS). Experience the brutal hours, intense pressure, and darkly comedic moments of life on the front lines of medicine.
Finding Ultra
Rich Roll
Finding Ultra is the story of Rich Roll's transformation from an overweight, middle-aged lawyer to one of the world's fittest men. After a moment of reckoning on the eve of his 40th birthday, Roll embraced a plant-based diet and rediscovered his passion for athletics, ultimately competing in Ultraman, a grueling endurance triathlon. This is a story of hope, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit to overcome challenges and achieve greatness.
The Shrine of Jeffrey Dahmer
Brian Masters
A chilling exploration into the life and crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer, one of America's most notorious serial killers. Brian Masters delves into Dahmer's psyche, seeking to understand the motivations behind his unspeakable acts and the darkness that consumed him.
Going Infinite
Michael Lewis
A captivating exploration into the life of Sam Bankman-Fried, the enigmatic founder of FTX, from his meteoric rise to his stunning downfall. Delve into the peculiar world of crypto, Silicon Valley venture capitalists, and the motivations of a young tycoon who aimed to solve the world's biggest problems, all while navigating the treacherous landscape of wealth, influence, and the ever-evolving digital frontier.
The Gene
Walter Isaacson
From the author of the bestselling biographies of Steve Jobs, Leonardo da Vinci, and Benjamin Franklin, comes the story of the basic unit of life, the gene, and how gene-editing technology like CRISPR will hasten our transition to the third great revolution of modern times.