Andrea Hoffman Goes All In: A Novel

Andrea Hoffman is a recent college graduate who is underemployed and unmotivated until an unexpected robbery blasts her into a job in the finance world of early-1980s Chicago. She quickly rises through the ranks, but her new lifestyle comes with a cost.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 30 August 2022
Publisher: She Writes Press

Andrea Hoffman is a recent college graduate who finds herself in a state of underemployment, dissatisfaction, and lack of motivation. However, an unexpected robbery incident jolts her out of her funk and propels her into the world of finance in the early 1980s, Chicago. At first, it seems like a misfit, as Andrea feels out of place in the male-dominated and cutthroat environment of the stock market. However, as she delves deeper into the world of finance, she becomes increasingly fascinated by the strange language of trading, the complexity of the stock market, and her colleagues, who navigate it all with a ruthless confidence.

Despite facing two strikes against her, namely being Jewish and female, Andrea's quick wit and strong work ethic propel her into an actual sales job. Her career takes off, and she experiences a significant increase in her income. However, this is the era of the 1980s on Wall Street, and Andrea embraces a new, fast-paced lifestyle characterized by cocktails, cocaine, and casual sex. She becomes intoxicated by her achievements and gradually realizes that she must define what success truly means to her.

As Andrea's career progresses, she faces challenges and setbacks, both professionally and personally. She must navigate the complexities of the stock market, deal with office politics, and confront her own personal demons. However, she remains determined to succeed and build a fulfilling life for herself.

In the end, Andrea's journey in the world of finance teaches her valuable lessons about resilience, determination, and self-discovery. She emerges from her experiences as a stronger and more confident individual, ready to face whatever challenges come her way.

Dimension: 215 x 139 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781647420994