"Bleeding Edge" is a novel by Thomas Pynchon set in New York City during the dot-com boom of the early 2000s. The story follows Maxine Tarnow, a private investigator who specializes in fraud cases. As she navigates through the bustling tech landscape, Maxine uncovers a series of suspicious activities linked to the world of online businesses and the emerging digital age. The backdrop of the novel is filled with colorful characters and a vivid...