It's funny. @elvismercury and I had a disagreement about which of these books is best as a first bitcoin read. Here, since you already read Bitcoin Standard once, I think it's safe to say Broken Money is the choice for you. It is a fantastic book. You will gain a strong understanding of money, which I think is critical to understanding bitcoin. Lyn is a great writer. Everything is explained clearly and thoroughly. Beware! It is a big book, and I know what a detail oriented reader you are. We may not hear from you for a while. Still, any time you invest in this book is well worth it. Enjoy.