The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest

Summary

The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest is the third and final novel in the series about journalist Mikael Blomkvist and hacker Lisbeth Salander, written by Stieg Larsson. The events of the book unfold immediately after the conclusion of the second novel in the series. Lisbeth Salander is recovering from a severe injury in a hospital, where she is preparing for a trial that aims to clear her name. Meanwhile, Mikael Blomkvist is determined to prove Salander's innocence and uncover a conspiracy involving the highest echelons of Swedish power. The investigation leads to dangerous consequences and reveals deep state secrets. The book touches on themes of social injustice, abuse of power, and the quest for truth amidst political and economic corruption.