The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' NestMillenium Author: Stieg Larsson By the time I got to The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest, I remember feeling like I’d been through a full storm of conspiracies and violence. It’s more political and slower in pace — less crime thriller, more about consequences and justice. I remember the satisfaction of closure, even if the story got a bit dense toward the end. Not an easy read, but it tied things together nicely.
The Girl Who Played with FireMillenium Author: Stieg Larsson I remember The Girl Who Played with Fire as the most “thriller-like” of the trilogy. It dives deep into Lisbeth’s past and gives her even more of the spotlight, which I liked. The plot moved quickly - maybe even too quickly at times - and the whole hacking/outcast vibe was still strong. I can’t say I remember every detail, but I remember enjoying the momentum. It felt more cinematic than the first one.
The Girl with the Dragon TattooMillennium Author: Stieg Larsson I read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo quite a while ago, back when everyone seemed to be talking about it. The hype was real - and I could see why. It’s a solid crime story with a dark edge, and I especially enjoyed the touches of hacking and cyber intrigue. Sure, the tech parts weren’t always realistic, but they still hit a certain vibe that I appreciated. ...
ReporterAuthor: A. J. Quinnell It’s one of the first books I remember. First of this kind and was probably the first that I’ve read just for the fun of reading. I remember reading few more books about spies, but it’s this one that started it.