The problem is that it is absolutely not a good primer on the subject, and the only way you could know this is if you have experience in electronic trading already.
If you are trying to learn about electronic / high frequency trading by reading "Flash Boys" you are actively working against yourself. You will literally be more incorrect after you have read this book.
If you are trying to learn about electronic / high frequency trading by reading "Flash Boys" you are actively working against yourself. You will literally be more incorrect after you have read this book.