The quote “nothing compares to the feeling of being completely self-reliant” captures what the novel “Girls That Invest” is all about. The author, Simran Kaur, is a venture capital investor, former stock market columnist and founder of the number-one investing podcast for women, “Girls That Invest,” which has more than ten million downloads worldwide. Her book makes the world of investing feel approachable, especially for young women who want to understand how money works and why it matters.

Kaur writes in a conversational tone that makes complex financial ideas easy to understand. She explains how the stock market works, buying shares and how diversification and compound interest can help money grow over time. Her main message is that investing is not just about building wealth but about creating freedom and independence to live the life you want. To make her points clear, she uses relatable examples and simple comparisons that help the material feel relevant to everyday life.

“Girls That Invest” is especially accessible for high school students. For example, Kaur defines new terms clearly and connects them to real situations like saving for college, planning a trip, or setting long-term goals. Each chapter builds on the last, moving from basic concepts to practical steps for opening an investing account or researching a company. She also refers back to earlier definitions when introducing new ones, which helps the book feel easy to pick up rather than something you have to memorize. The information is well organized and easy to follow, even for readers who are completely new to finance.

Overall, “Girls That Invest” is a clear and empowering guide that makes finance feel simple and achievable. It takes an intimidating topic and makes it approachable and motivating. For teenagers, it is a great starting point for gaining confidence and independence with money management.