The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (novel)

*The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo* is a gripping mystery novel by Stieg Larsson that combines crime investigation with social critique. It follows journalist Mikael Blomkvist and hacker Lisbeth Salander as they unravel a decades-old disappearance connected to a powerful Swedish family. Blomkvist seeks to prove a friend's innocence, while Salander’s unique skills reveal dark secrets. Together, they confront corruption, abuse, and hidden histories. The novel explores themes of justice, abuse, and the complexity of human nature, blending suspense with social commentary in a compelling narrative.