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The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest

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Book 3, in the Millennium trilogy

This series has captivated me from the start, not only that each instalment is a superior pager-turner that manages to draw you into the world of interesting characters it also delivers a story that is riveting and wholly engrossing. 'The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest' is complex, satisfying and clever.

The final instalment picks up where the second left off. Lisbeth is in hospital under arrest and fighting for her life in intensive care, while her father, two rooms from her, is being treated for his axe wound to the face. From the start, the story is so crammed with characters, plots and sub-plots it will take a book itself to summarize the main points only.

The author loves to takes us on many side trips such as exposing the dirty secrets of the Swedish Secret Service while Lisbeth recuperates from her injuries and contemplates her revenge while waiting for her day in court. The plotting can be convoluted and challenging at times and the wild ride continues with Blomqvist exposing Zalachenco and his contacts with the Swedish government. True to the author's style, he has our heads spinning one curve after another, an endless supply of highs and lows. The many minor characters can give the reader a case of information overload, however, the storyline neatly wraps up the fate of each major player including the fascinating heroine, Lisbeth Salander.

Regrettably this seems to be the end of the series. I will miss Mr. Larsson's contributions to the world of suspense novels.

Without a doubt, this was the best book of the series.

A classic battle between the good guys and the bad guys ensues in this tale of human rights gone horribly wrong. The only complaint I have about this third and final installment is the constant introduction of new characters on nearly every page. It was hard to keep up, but you must pay close attention because every character introduced lends something significant to the story.

Certain parts of the book (namely Salander's trial) had me sitting on the edge of my seat and biting my nails (something I haven't done since high school). I even found myself giggling and pumping my fist in the air at certain moments! What a way to end a pretty good series (I say "pretty good" because I wasn't a huge fan of the first novel or the second). Things really picked up in The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest and the book's conclusion was satisfying.

The entire trilogy is a fantastic read. The author has managed to keep interest alive in this final book and brought all the various sub-plots into a great conclusion.
An excellent book.

If you've been itching for a good trilogy to read, the Millennium series is definitely something worth looking into. The third of the series, kindly wraps up and explains a much grander scheme than perhaps implied by the first two!

The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest is a great conclusion to this trilogy. All loose ends are closed in spectacular fashion. If you enjoyed the first two chapters in the Millennium saga you must read this final segment.

I find Steig Larsson's ability to create truely unique characters to be the most compelling aspect of his writing. There are no stereotypical villians or predictable hero's in any of these books. In this novel he has done a brilliant job of constructing a believable, yet truely grotesque story and he's continued with the compelling development of the main characters.

If you are new to this series please reward yourself by purchasing the full set. The novels are all very long, but I found myself so engrossed in the stories that I didn't want them to end. The first, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is a murder mystery that introduces you to the main players. The second is pure action adventure and this is where I was able to develop a full appreciation for Larsson's writing. The third is all political intrigue and court room drama. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.

A note of caution, the second and third novels will not stand well on their own. You do need to read them in order or you will probably be lost.

I firmly believe anyone could get into these novels. However, if you are at all uncomfortable with graphic sex or violence this may not be for you. Both are described in great detail in all three books.

I couldn't wait to read the third and final book in this trilogy. I was disappointed in the first hundred pages. There are a lot of new people in this book and it's hard to keep up with them. Once I got in to it I read it very quickly. I like the way it ended. I will see the movies for sure too.

Loved this book. I couldn't put it down. If you don't mind pulling an all nighter, you will be glad you read it.

THIS BOOK ALONG WITH THE OTHER 2 WRITTEN BY STIEG LARSON ARE THE BEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ. WHAT A SHAME HE DIDN'T LIVE TO WRITE MORE. I WOULD RECOMMEND THE TRILOGY TO EVERYONE.

I recieved my book within a few days of purchase. It was in perfect condition. I got it for a great price. I am very satisfied

So happy with the condition and speed of delivery! Very easy to work with and quick with responses would buy from again! Can't wait to get through the series thanks!