Knopf, 2010, 563 pages The story picks up immediately after the events of “The Girl Who Played with Fire,” with Lisbeth Salander recovering in a hospital after a near-fatal encounter. She is charged with attempted murder and multiple other crimes, setting the stage for a gripping courtroom drama that will determine her fate. As Lisbeth remains confined to the hospital, her allies and friends work tirelessly to gather evidence and expose the hidden forces that have conspired against her. Mikael Blomkvist, the investigative journalist, continues to dig deep into the secrets and corruption within the Swedish government and intelligence agencies, seeking to clear Lisbeth’s name and bring the truth to light.

ISBN: 9780307269997