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The Girl Who Played With Fire

Steig Larsson
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The Girl Who Played With Fire

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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The Girl Who Played With Fire follows Lisbeth Salander and Mikhail Blomkvist as they uncover a sex trafficking ring involving corrupt officials in Stockholm. When journalist Dag Svensson and his girlfriend are murdered, Lisbeth becomes the prime suspect. As Blomkvist investigates, they discover deeper connections involving Lisbeth's past and a Russian defector named Zala. Sensitive topics like gender-based violence and human trafficking are depicted in the narrative.

Reviews & Readership

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The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson is praised for its intense and gripping narrative, with standout character development, notably of Lisbeth Salander. Reviewers commend its intricate plot and compelling pace. However, some critique its occasional verbosity and a slower start. Overall, it’s a thrilling sequel that captivates with its depth and complexity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Girl Who Played With Fire?

Readers who enjoy intricate crime mysteries and strong, complex characters will revel in Stieg Larsson's The Girl Who Played With Fire. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer will appreciate the novel's intense, suspenseful narrative and the intricate web of secrets and intrigue it weaves.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

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