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What a (what is the word to use here? Fun doesn't seem appropriate...) _______ book this was for our book group to discuss! A few of us wore black turtlenecks, most of us were fascinated by the book, and 2 of our group were absolutely repulsed and had visceral reactions to Elizabeth Holmes's behavior. But we all had a great discussion and at the end offered our predictions if she will end up in jail.
I hope she serves time for her dishonestly and putting lives at risk.
Meanwhile, I will consume a ...more
I hope she serves time for her dishonestly and putting lives at risk.
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A wonderful example of investigative reporting which our country desperately needs to rely on in this age of liars. Elizabeth Holmes’ success in pulling off her fantasy of invention is based on her pretty face and her ability to charm lonely, rich, powerful old men out of money and influence.
Fortunately, there were individuals who were employed by Theranos who were individuals of courage and integrity. If not for their fortitude and the author’s persistence, many more people could have been har ...more
Fortunately, there were individuals who were employed by Theranos who were individuals of courage and integrity. If not for their fortitude and the author’s persistence, many more people could have been har ...more
Of course, it's frustrating to read about people so evil, but it's a necessary story to know, and well told.
One of the big lessons of the book, unfortunately, is that bullying works most of the time. And the American legal system is broken. You can do a lot of evil if you have the money to intimidate people who would try to stop you: lawsuits that, even if the good guys win, could cost them hundreds of thousands in legal fees.
One of the heroes of the book, in fact, spent $400,000 to defend himse ...more
One of the big lessons of the book, unfortunately, is that bullying works most of the time. And the American legal system is broken. You can do a lot of evil if you have the money to intimidate people who would try to stop you: lawsuits that, even if the good guys win, could cost them hundreds of thousands in legal fees.
One of the heroes of the book, in fact, spent $400,000 to defend himse ...more
Fantastic. A reminder of how important investigative journalism is to us all in this day and age. Very much recommended.
A compelling telling of an incredible story. It's less science-focused than I expected, but none the worse for that.
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Compelling story of a tech startup gone wildly wrong.
John Carreyrou is the Wall Street Journal reporter who broke the Theranos story, and this is its retelling in long form. As one who followed the original exposure in the Journal, I found this book length treatment was still a fascinating if disturbing read. Highly recommended.
John Carreyrou is the Wall Street Journal reporter who broke the Theranos story, and this is its retelling in long form. As one who followed the original exposure in the Journal, I found this book length treatment was still a fascinating if disturbing read. Highly recommended.
Stick with it. Starts off slow but it's really worth it.
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