Have you ever been curious about the world of the professional investors, particularly hedge fund managers, and wanted to read a book to explain it to you – that – most importantly – did not put you to sleep?

If so then read Hedgehogging by Barton Biggs. It’s a compelling read, excellent summer beach reading material that through anecdotes and straightforward explanations gives you a voyeurs sense of the high pressure life of the people who run money.