The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" is a mystery novel by Stieg Larsson, featuring journalist Mikael Blomkvist and hacker Lisbeth Salander. Blomkvist is hired to investigate the decades-old disappearance of a wealthy industrialist's niece on a remote Swedish island. As they delve into the family's dark past, they uncover secrets of corruption, violence, and abuse. Salander, an exceptionally skilled hacker with a troubled history, becomes a crucial ally. The story explores themes of trauma, justice, and social issues, intertwining a gripping mystery with deep character development. It has been adapted into films and is part of Larsson's critically acclaimed Millennium series.