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The Girl Who Played with Fire by Stieg Larsson is the electrifying second novel in the internationally acclaimed Millennium series, combining investigative journalism, cybercrime, and a relentless search for justice. When Millennium magazine’s Mikael Blomkvist agrees to publish an exposé on sex trafficking in Sweden, he is drawn into a dangerous battle against some of the country’s most powerful individuals. But before the story can go to print, the two journalists behind the investigation are found murdered—and the weapon carries the fingerprints of none other than Lisbeth Salander.
Now a fugitive, Salander becomes the focus of a nationwide manhunt. Her troubled past and reputation for violence make her an easy target, but Mikael is convinced of her innocence. As he races to uncover the real killers, Salander uses her formidable hacking skills to strike back from the shadows. Taut, intelligent, and deeply political, The Girl Who Played with Fire raises the stakes with its chilling exploration of abuse, corruption, and revenge.
This novel is a must-read for fans of fast-paced crime thrillers and layered characters—particularly those drawn to fiercely intelligent heroines and plots that unearth disturbing truths.
