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Level Up!: Your Strategy Guide to the Game of Investing

by Keenan Morris (Goodreads Author)

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Lone Reader said: " Here’s how I know I’m reading a great book so far:

“Many people look to imitate the routines and habits of the extremely rich and wealthy without understanding the consequences those actions may have in their lives. And for beginners, blindly followi Here’s how I know I’m reading a great book so far:

“Many people look to imitate the routines and habits of the extremely rich and wealthy without understanding the consequences those actions may have in their lives. And for beginners, blindly following sweeping advice without recognizing the uniqueness of their financial situation can lead to disaster.”

If this comment hits you like it hits me, then you’re probably going to be in for a good time. Admittedly, it wasn’t the idea of analogizing investments to video games that intrigued me, although I think the concept is very interesting. I personally wanted to read an investment book that simplified investing in a way that I can understand it and make informed decisions accordingly.
I love that this book actually recognizes its audience probably isn’t doing great financially. Why is that important? Because it wants us to value what little resources we have and properly educate ourselves on investment before recklessly spending money on what we don’t understand.
The book goes even further and actually questions the paths of these wealthy people we worship. It points out that it actually took Warren Buffet thirteen years to become a millionaire, and also points out that he made his money back in the 40s and 50s—that those circumstances are different from what most people would face today. This is refreshing, because the author is saying that our attempts to imitate these wealthy lifestyles can lead to disaster. It’s the best opening chapter in an investment book I’ve read.

It's not perfect. I had some problems adjusting the size of the text on my reading device, but not everybody will experience that. And there are several parts where the words run together. The book needs a round of editing. But the value of the content is immense. You’ll probably love it if you’re into video games, but the lessons will help anyone interested in investing, which, to me, is the sign of a quality read. It’s the best book I’ve read so far on the subject. ...more "

Dec 09, 2023 09:35AM · see review