The Girl Who Played With Fire

A Fierce Heroine Returns in a Blaze of Intrigue and Revenge

The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson is the explosive second installment in the internationally acclaimed Millennium Trilogy. Published by MacLehose Press in 2009, this gripping thriller continues the story of the enigmatic Lisbeth Salander and investigative journalist Mikael Blomkvist as they uncover a deadly web of secrets, corruption, and violence.

Exposing a Dark Underworld

When a young journalist and his partner are brutally murdered while investigating a sex trafficking ring, Lisbeth Salander becomes the prime suspect. On the run and hunted by police, she must confront her own haunted past while evading a conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of power. Meanwhile, Blomkvist is determined to prove her innocence and expose the truth, even as the danger escalates around them both.

Thrilling, Intelligent, and Unforgettable

The Girl Who Played With Fire raises the stakes with even more intensity, emotional depth, and shocking revelations than its predecessor. Stieg Larsson’s sharp social commentary, layered plotting, and unforgettable characters make this a must-read for fans of sophisticated crime fiction. Lisbeth Salander emerges as one of the most compelling heroines in modern literature—a brilliant, damaged, and relentless force against injustice.

A riveting novel where every page burns with suspense and purpose.