Millennium-series

Loved all three books (Dutch). Sad I finished reading... Boyfriend is happy though, between my job, our one year old son and these books I didn't have time for him att all. His loss he preferss tv over books!

- Hester Frijke (the Netherlands), 2 July 2009

As a result of the extraordinarily addictive power of these books, I think that Larsson has managed to create one more phenomenon in addition to the quality of his writing. That is, for the first time since I can recall, an English speaker is truly at a disadvantage! The English translation is hotly anticipated not only by myself but by the looks of this blog, many others. Although unintentional, I think the fact that the translation into English is delayed should remind those who only speak/read English and therefore who've had a pretty easy ride in terms of language may want to address that discrepancy. I know I will! It's time to take up French and German again - and STICK with it this time!!!!!

I like to think that Larsson would enjoy this little by-product of his brain-child xx

- Baroness von Coma, Melbourne, 2 July 2009

I just finished reading The Girls with the Dragon Tatoo! I read it in one day, although took me all day... was that good! I loved the two characters: Mikeal and Lisbeth. Will pass the book onto friends with a reading club. I am deeply sorry that Mr. Larsson isn't going to write more...

- JessicaFS++, 29 June 2009

I just finished reading The Girls with the Dragon Tatoo! I read it in one day, although took me all day... was that good! I loved the two characters: Mikeal and Lisbeth. Will pass the book onto friends with a reading club. I am deeply sorry that Mr. Larsson isn't going to write more...

- JessicaFS++, 29 June 2009

I just finished reading The Girls with the Dragon Tatoo! I read it in one day, although took me all day... was that good! I loved the two characters: Mikeal and Lisbeth. Will pass the book onto friends with a reading club. I am deeply sorry that Mr. Larsson isn't going to write more...

- JessicaFS+, 29 June 2009

Hey, I'm from Spain and the third book is wonderful though I must say that the second is the best!!! Lisbeth is my new idol XDD

Enjoy the reading!!

- Jon Pascual (Oviedo, Spain), 28 June 2009

The 3rd book is out in Danish, and sorry we shall have to wait for the English edition. Still being able to read in several languages, am half way thru the 3rd. Again if countries/goverments just let schools teach more languages, more people would not ahve to wait for books in one specific language, as could read it in another. Government schools do not help with languages. Each child should have the ability to read and speak at least 3 languages and be tought at least some of 5 languages. Keep learning!

- Poul Gottlieb Jacobse Denmark/USA/World, 25 June 2009

Those who can speak Spanish don't have to wait for the third book. It just came out!

- Kate, USA, 22 June 2009

Just finished the second book and in some hours i will start whith Castles in the sky!

love them!!!

Can't stop reading!!!!!

- Sofia, 22 June 2009

Just finished "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and yes I loved it. I have to agree that the ending got me. I'm looking for the 2nd of the series so that I can follow Lisbeth; who's character has truly touched me. Bren, AR, USA

- , 22 June 2009

I read the first 2 books last year. I was in Paris when The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo was released in English ... I devoured it ... Did not want it to end and started searching for the next one The Girl who played with Fire which I was able to get before returning home to Australia. I have been constantly looking for the last book The Hornets Nest I think it is called. I was watching the Spanish news this morning and saw the Millennium is in print ???? is that all 3 in one??

They are a great read and Stieg Larsson is a great loss to the modern lterary world.

Patricia Knight. June 18. Sydney Australia

- Patricia Knight 18/06/09. Stieg Larsson's books are the most fabulous reads I have had In a long while I am waiting for the last book to be published and released in Australia I was on Paris when the first two were released and am waiting for the next or is it the last book I have given the first two as gifts to many people. He is a great loss to the modern literary world. Patricia Knight Sydney Australia. y, 18 June 2009

the books appeared even in romanian language, so I am very happy to be able to read them in my own language.I am amazed!!

- Adriana M., 17 June 2009

I have a question_ should the books from Millenium series , be read in order ? there is a connection in teh story line ? Pls , let me know about it.

Thank you!

- Adriana M., 17 June 2009

Hey Jonathan.

The literal translation in English of the original Swedish titles'?

Volume 1 is called "Men who hate women" ("Mænd der hader kvinder")

Volume 2 is translated directly

- Walter, 15 June 2009

Help! Anyone know where I can find an english version of ¨girl who played with fire¨ somewhere in Copenhagen? I'm here for the next month, just finished the first book, and I'm dying to read the second.

- bwana.baraka, 14 June 2009

What can I say...awesome. Bring on 'Casties in the sky'.

- dragonfly, 14 June 2009

a question, what is the literal translation in English of the original Swedish titles'?

English translation of books is excellent

- jonathan, 11 June 2009

I wish I could excuse myself from the world and just curl up with "The girl who played with fire" which I have just started!

- TA, 9 June 2009

Just finished trilogy (2nd and 3rd book I read back-to-back) - fantastic!

The most entertaining and exciting 850 pages I ever read!

- M. / Switzerland, 9 June 2009

in spanish version in 18 june. so i will read it. the first 2 books - extraordinary

- dani, 5 June 2009

Have just finished the first two books - couldn't put the down - brilliant - I just love his writing - can't believe I have to wait until 2010 for the third one and that there won't be anymore after that. I got completely lost in the Salander character !

- Jax - Cape Town SA, 3 June 2009

I agree, I just finished the second book and am so devasted to wait for the third book to come out in the UK. I need closure to find out what happens next.

- E, England, 1 June 2009

I have just finished reading the second book. I read both of them in the English version. They are absolutely awsome and I'm sad now to have to wait for the third one, as don't feel that feeling of closure from the second book. The amazon.co.uk site states that the third book in English will be out in Oct 2009. Is this true or will we have to wait till Jan 2010?

- J from Brazil, 1 June 2009

It's me again. I'm the lady asking for the CD's in catalan. How would I recieve the answer?

Mechin,

Dominican Republic.

- , 28 May 2009

I located a CD in catalan for one on the books in the Millenium series and now I can't find it again. Can someone help?

- , 28 May 2009

Bibi, the third book is available in Dutch. It is called "Gerechtigheid". 655 pages !!!

- Matty, The Netherlands, 27 May 2009

I've just read the first two books back to back and I really enjoyed them, I'm now looking forward to the remaining book to be published in english. I just hope I'm not waiting too long. Sad about Stieg, but at least has given many of us great pleasure. RIP.

- Paul Terry (UK), 26 May 2009

I could not put down the book "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" . I love Salander. I was so upset at the end of book #1 , I wanted to throw the book across the room. I came on line and thankfully found that there are two more books. What a shame that Mr. Larrson is not around to receive his accolades.

- Gay Lynn Price, Havre de Grace Maryland-USA, 26 May 2009

I stumbled across the audio books (vol 1 & 2) and whilst sad that vol 3 not yet available also have the fantastic sense of anticipation and will be devastated to finish it and know that there will be no more

- Robert (Somerset England), 24 May 2009

the books are verrryyy good, theyre not very traditional in that the main characters sort of resemble casanova but its a very good read i enjoyed them alot!!

BUT im not happy that the 3rd book will be out in the UK in 2010 because that means that it wont be available in australian until after then =(

- Sonja, 24 May 2009

incredably sensational.. When I started to read I could not put the book down. I await the English version of III of the Mellenium series.

- Susan Backshell May 2009, 24 May 2009

Lesley, Larsson died because of an hart attack.

- Dimitri, Belgium, 23 May 2009

An incredibly entertaining writer and it's wonderful to see people all over the world enjoying his work at the same time. What a nice legacy to leave.

- Susan Patoka Lake Indiana USA, 20 May 2009

Why does it take so long to publish the 3 book in english.....read the first 2 books in 3 days - and now have to wait until Jan 2010...thats not fair.....

- Bibi, The Netherlands, 18 May 2009

Does anyone know what Stieg Larsson died of?

So disappointing, justg reading Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

- Lesley, 17 May 2009

Absolutely fantastic read with great character description and real depth of story line. Can't wait for Hornets nest.

- Peter Street, 15 May 2009

These three novels are the best I've read in the last few years and I hope that Stieg Larsson has left us anotherone.......... somewhere! Furthermore, I can't wait to see the movie....

Stieg Larsson's work is absolutely amazing!

- Frank from The Netherlands, 10 May 2009

Has anyone here read the triology in Swedish? I can read both French and English and assumed an English translation would be closer to the original language. I bought the first volume (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), but since the other two were not yet available in paperback (the second volume is now), I started reading the whole series in French. Other than the title, the English translation of the first volume appears better to me than the French. Is there someone out there who can compare the English and French translations with the original Swedish?

- Louise Delisle, 8 May 2009

I'm just finishing volume 3 in french as the first 2 were so good (in english - i assume even better in original swedish) - would make an awesome film triliogy -e.g. done by the team who did Bourne...

- jon crowcroft, 7 May 2009

the best books ever written, I could not put them down and I can hardly wait for the girl who kicked the hornets nest.

- togram 5/5/09, 6 May 2009

WOW!!! The first two books are wonderful, it pulls you to its core. BEST detective novels ever!!! The second is better than the first one btw.

- mushu, 6 May 2009

The two books in english were excellent, it is

refreshing to read this and i have loved every minute

and am looking forward to the 3rd book in the series.

- Kola from London, 05 May 2009, 5 May 2009

I've just finished the first one translated in spanish (Los hombres que no amaban a las mujeres). I read it in 14 hours! I can't wait to get my hands on the next. What a shame that the author died before seeing the success of the novels.

- Delia from Argentina, 4 May 2009, 4 May 2009

i'm about to finish the 3rd book in french la reine dans le palais des courants d'air. i think its the best of the 3. i can't wait to see the film...

- Emmanuelle from France, 28 April 2009

Wow what a roller coaster of a ride these two books have been they are just brilliant ! i cant wait for the 3rd.............. steve ,28 April 2009

- steve johns, 28 April 2009

There is now a hole in my life that Lisbeth and Mikael once occupied. Larsson's story-telling is brilliant!

Lizzie

- , 26 April 2009

I'm actually happy I understand french, the third one is already out in french. :]

- Lulu the Fairy, 26 April 2009

I had a lull in my reading. When I read The Girl with The Dragon Tattoo, I couldn't wait to sit and read it. I read it in a couple of days, it was so engrossing. I pre-ordered The Girl Who Played with Fire. I am chopping at the bit to get it.

- Alex, 25 April 2009

Steig Larsson was more than talented. I was captured by the story as I read the first page. The story is so well crafted and the characters are fantastic. The players are flawed, yet I like them. I am devistated that the English translation of the third book will not be available until 2010. I am so happy that these jewels were made available in the English language.

Barb Webster

- Barb F. Webster, Virginia, USA, 24 April 2009

Steig Larsson's work is absolutely amazing. He was more than talented and that is clearly displayed in both of the first two books. I was immediately captured by the story as I read the first page of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. I am devistated that the third book will not be available to English readers until 2010. Thank you for making his stunning books available.

Barbara Webster

- Barbara F. Websster, Virginia, USA, 24 April 2009

I loved the first two, can't wait for the 3rd to come out in English!!!! JANUARY 2010 is a long time to wait

- Judi, Paris France, 18 April 2009

I just finished Girl With Dragon Tattoo. WOW it may be the best mystery/crime book I have read. I didn't want it to end. I can't wait to get my hands on the next. Besides to his family, the literary world lost a great talent upon his death. I am certain he had many more stories in him. Thanks Stieg.

- Diana Reese, 18 April 2009

i heard that his woman has in his computer the forth book completed do you know if it will be brought out?

- cibelle, 15 April 2009

I have never EVER read such fascinating crime-novels as the Millennium series. Had to restrain myself jumping over sentences, so enticed I was to find out what was going to happen next... Great entertainment AND food for thought !

- Marc Jacobs, 15 April 2009

I have read the first novel. One of the best books I have ever read. Unfortunately, in my country, the second and third books have not been released yet, but, "The girl who played with fire" is promised to be coming soon. I can´t wait!!!!!

- RENATO, 14 April 2009

Just finished "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" this morning! Sent the kids to school, crawled back into bed and read to the end. I read most of the book the other day flying from New York to the West Coast. After the first very boring and tedious 100 pages, I couldn't put it down! I think that this series could use more press in the U.S. I'm ordering the 2nd book today!!!

- Beth B., 13 April 2009

Have just enjoyed reading The Girl Who Played with Fire over the Easter Long weekend here in Australia. Sensational read as I love the complexity of the characters. It will be a long wait for the English translation for book #3.

- Sean (Sydney, Australia), 12 April 2009

What an amazing first two books. I just finished nr 2 and can't wait to read nr 3, even though it will have to be in French for now. The best books I read in the last year. I would love to have a peak at the manuscript of the 4th (my poor Swedish allowing)

- chris, Hong Kong, 12 April 2009

I'm sorry, the right title of the book published in Italy is "The Stockholm of Stieg Larsson. A guide to the places of Millennium Trilogy".

- Caterina, 11 April 2009

In Italy there is a book called "The places of Millennium Trilogy" with photograps of places in Stockholm where Lisbeth and Mikael lived. I immediately bought it, in order to use it during my stay in the Scandinavian countries next summer.

- Caterina, Italy, 11 April 2009

i wish he wus still alive so he could finish writing these books, they r sooo good

- ms, 10 April 2009

From what I've heard the original title in Swedish is Men who hate Women.. The english translated version for some reason is The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.

- Karolina, 10 April 2009

I wonder why Larsson named his first novel "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo". Why her? There are much crazier characters and yet he names it after her. Why?

- Josh, 8 April 2009

I knew nothing about the series or the author, and was completely enthralled by the plot and the characters, like many other readers, reading vol 1, and now vol 2 til 2 or 3 in the morning. One of the best reads I have ever had.It is indeed a tragedy that Larsson died at 50. I have to say that on almost every page someone is chain smoking, drinking hard, and taking coffee, and I wondered if that was also a background to Larssons untimely death of a heart attack? What a loss .

- Denise, Canberra , Australia, 3 April 2009

I want to purchase the book series and the CDs in Swedish; how can I do that? Also, is the Swedish language (or English language) film of Man Som Hatar Kvinnar available yet? If so, where? Great stuff!

- Linnea, USA,, 3 April 2009

Just read the first book - oooooooooooooh, it's too good to be true. One of the best novels I have read lately. It made me laugh and cry, and most importantly: feel.

- Lila, Madrid, 3 April 2009

Fantastic!I am just about to finish the first book.Can't wait to get nr. 2 and 3.Pageturnen,you can't put it down.Is this book translated in Greek?

Sorry he is not among us anymore,he could have written so much more.Thank you Stieg!RIP

- Sandra, Greece, 1 April 2009

One of the best (actually, two of the best) novels I have read in a long long time. I am very much looking forward to "Castles In The Sky", tho' it will be a long wait.

- Jon Husband, 1 April 2009

Just finished the first book and can't wait for the bookstores to open tomorrow so I can lay my hands on the second and third.

- Joanne, Canada, 1 April 2009

Just finished "Tattoo" on my way back from Amsterdam to the States. Made the flight just fly by! I've read all of Mankell and thought Larsson was going to be my future "Swedish fix," but like others, I too late learned about the early death of the author....

- Ron, 31 Mars 2009

This is been the most amazing novel I?ve ever read.

For example I never go into a film, I watch it. I live this book with anger, passion, frighten, excitement, etc, etc, beautiful.

- Madrid, 31 Mars 2009

I just finished the first book and waiting for the second, not available till July. I was so caught up in this book and can't wait to start the next. I'm so sorry to find out that Steig Larsson has died and that these books will be his last and only. How tragic for the reading world.

- Jules, 30 Mars 2009

still reading first one

2010 thats ages i cant wait thatlong

these books r 2 good

- max, 28 Mars 2009

Cannot believe i have to wait until 2010 for the last book! oh well gives me an excuse to read the first 2 all over again!

- Erin Parsons, Australia, 27 Mars 2009

I saw the first two books in the tiny English section of a bookstore here in Spain, and I decided to get them because my boyfriend's mom recommended them. I just finished the second book last night, and I can't wait for the third! It's a shame that it doesn't come out sooner. And I also think it will be a shame if they make movies out of these. In my opinion movies never do a good book justice!

- Monica, Madrid Spain, 25 Mars 2009

omg i have to wait 10 months for the 3rd book??? nooooooo !! The first two were absolutly fantastic and i read the secong book in one sitting i was that excited to get my hands on it!!

Fantastic writer.

Michelle, Midlands, U.K

- , 24 Mars 2009

I got the English version of TGWPWF thru powellsbooks.com - was captivated by the first two - can't wait for the third in English - what a shame they put the English translation off. I would love to see the movies of all three books in English, or seriously done TV series.

- Carol, Colorado USA, 24 Mars 2009

i have just finished the 1st book! nd i'm ready for the 2nd! i'm waiting the movie (16may in france)! i love the story!!!

- Namia H.,Paris (France), 22 Mars 2009

I loved the triology! Kind of sad I've read them all now, what to do know?

- Emma, 22 Mars 2009

"Girl w/Dragon Tattoo" recommended by a friend, so ordered [in English]from local library here in Seattle. Demand was so heavy had to wait a few months. Now can hardly wait to read the next 2. As for the author, as Billy Joel sang..... "the good die young"!

- Margo; Kent WA ....USA, 17 Mars 2009

I saw "Men who hates women" yesterday, and it was great. Absolutely fantastic!

- Mads R. Norway, 17 Mars 2009

I have purchased the first book "man who hates women" in italian..read it on the plane back to australia, couldn't put it down..now I am trying to find the second"the girl who played with fire" in english..and I am sure I will not be able to wait till january 2010 for the third one...my sister will have to send it to me in italian..the all way to australia. Great author!!

- Laura P. Australia, 13 Mars 2009

I've just read "MEN WHO HATES WOMEN"(DRAGON TATTOO) and I loved it. Amazing suspense ,so mysterious ,so unexpected denouement... Brilliant book...I'm looking forward to the next two books of the Millennium series ,but it's hard in my country...because of the translation...

- GEORGIANA.P.,BUCAREST.ROUMANIA, 9 Mars 2009

I read 3-4 crime novels per week and belong to a crime reading group (comprising doctors and lawyers). Thses novels are fantastic. Immediately I finished the second one (last one not yet available) I went back to a plumb ordinary crime book I had been halfway through and it was so poor by comparison I could read no further!. Stieg must either have been to Australia or knows we read more books per capita, but there are NO sheep stations in Central Australia (only cattle) and NO HILLS -desert and semi-desert country- part of the scenery in the first book.

- Jules, 3 Mars 2009

I have to be honest that it took me a while to warm to Larsson´s long descriptions when I first picked up Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. But OMG once I got into it, there was no stopping. I took "Fire" with me on holiday to Bali and only put it down to have valentine´s dinner with my swedish hottie. There is NO WAY I am going to wait until Reg Keeland has translated "Hornet". I am going to buy it in German ... and then when the UK version comes out I´ll re-read it ... what a shame Stieg Larsson is no longer with us. Brilliant writer and highly perceptive social commentator.

- Tamara, 2 Mars 2009

My journey to work takes just over an hour each way in the car. A friend suggested I listen to audio books as I was getting increasingly bored with the radio. I had no idea what I was going to buy to listen to, whilst browsing on Amazon. It was then I spotted the cover of 'The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo', I read the synopsis and that alone convinced me to buy it. No sooner had I added it to my basket, the cover of 'The Girl Who Played With Fire' also popped up. I didn't read the synopsis for that, as I didn't want to know anymore too soon. On a whim I picked that one also. The last two weeks journey's to and from work have been amazing, I didn't want to leave the car for the office. The reader Martin Wenner does a great job in bringing these characters and the fantastic stories to life, I miss Lisbeth Salander already! The third instalment cannot come quick enough, and now there's the first film! I might have to learn Swedish.

- Nigel - Birmingham, England, 27 February 2009

I bought the girl with the dragon tattoo last summer when my husband was workin in london i went with him for along weekend bought the book for the journey home it was the cover that made me pick it up as i read the back of the book it intrigued me so i bought it and couldnt put it down so compelling to keep you reading then i like many others searched the net lookin for the others only to be dissapointed to find the next one didnt come out till january 2009 i ordered it and got it in december the girl who played with fire is just as amazing and compelling to read las the 1st im sorely dissapointed that the next issue of the trilogy is not to be published till next year in english its a shame id love to be able to satisfy the complete need to read it so fantastic some of the best reads ive had in along time

- Tracy (Barnsley sth Yorkshire, 24 February 2009

I just finished reading "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo". What a great way to spend a quiet Sunday..excellent book!!

- Laurie Lacombe, Canada, 23 February 2009

I read "Dragon Tattoo" on a flight from Dubai to Perth only interupted by meals. I managed to find "Played with Fire" a few days later and again read it over night. It is a shame Stieg has gone because he is a great story teller. It is almost as big a shame that the third wont be released in English until 2010...

- Mike McPhee Perth Australia, 20 February 2009

I have read books #1 and #2 in Spanish in 2-3 days each, after full day job. Really appealing, impossible to leave before finishing. I will have to get #3 in French, or I will run crazy of waiting for it to be published in Spanish (May 09 seems to be the deadline).

- José M. Bigas (Madrid - Spain), 19 February 2009

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is an excellent story that draws you in and keeps you there right tot he very end.Looking forard to reading the girl who played with fire. - Phil

- Phil - Haywards Heath, England, 17 February 2009

Hmm, strangely enough as I am Swedish and an avid crime reader I hadn't got around to reading the Stieg Larsson novels. Two weeks ago I went out and bought all three, and they were absolutely great. Amazing stories, and Stieg Larsson seems to have been an amazing person too.

I was greatly amused by the reference to Lennart Hyland and that old alphabet book from the 60s. Being born in 1970 myself but with two older sisters I remember that we had that book at home when we grew up even if I don't think I ever read it.

So yes, to those who asked: the Lennart Hyland Alphabet Book book does exist. Hylands Hörna was an extremely popular tv-show here in Sweden, with Lennart Hyland as the host. Started in the 60s, running off and on and then coming back for a last couple of seasons in the early 80s. You can for instance see the Swedish wikipedia article here:

http://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hylands_hörna

On youtube and in the web archives of the Swedish television (svt.se) you can find quite a few clips from Hylands Hörna.

In the 1966 season they did a contest to make a modern version of a alphabet book for children, with the viewers sending in short rhymed verses for the different letters of the alphabet. The book was then illustrated by some of Sweden's most famous artists of the time.

I notice that the people asking about the book are from South Africa and USA so I can imagine that your web searching didn't give you much. So here are a few links from "an insider":

All the verses in a short list, without the illustrations:

http://home.student.uu.se/aner4819/abc.html

A discussion on an artsy forum, mainly focused on the illustrations. Contains scanned versions of almost all of the pages:

http://www.precisensan.com/antikforum/showthread.php?t=2106

On this page you can see a picture of the cover:

http://www.minabibliotek.se/default.aspx?id=14803

Now, if only I could remember what the reference was. Did they discuss a certain letter, or what was it?

- Micael, a random Swedish dude, 16 February 2009

I just finished the 2nd book (it also took me two days!) feel lost without the characters, can't believe i'll have to wait until next january for the next one but at least then i'll REALLY be looking forward to it. I had to wait a year for the 2nd one and it didn't let me now. Best books i've read in a very long time.

- Emily Kshanti, 14 February 2009

I read the first book in one day as it was so captivating and I was hooked. Went to bed at 4 am and was a zombie next morning. The "Fire" book was even more enthralling and I could feel every part of emotion, passion and pain but above all the intrigue. I cannot wait for the final trilogy in English and ask " please hurry up". Stieg leaves Jeffrey Archer and all others, so way behind. Sad he is no longer with us! Will miss his writing so much. thankyou Stieg.

- David Gold,Sydney Australia, 14 February 2009

My brother sent me Millenium1 for Xmas ( in French) and I have just discovered after reading it in one weekend, that it's called The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. Can't wait to read the next one but I too can't believe the entire trilogy wasn't translated and published any sooner in English . I will eagerly wait for my brother to send me the 3rd volume!

- Marie ( Australia), 13 February 2009

I have just finished the first book (in two days), the second one will be started as soon as it arrives. I can't believe we will have to wait until 2010 to read the third one (in English).

- Suze (England), 11 February 2009

The series was my christmas's gift and I am about to finish the 3 part. I feel sad to end it and to loose contact with the characters... but that's life !`

reading these books was a real pleasure.

- didier Bourguignon (France - Antony), 10 February 2009

I've read all 3 books (danish translation), they are amazing. Love them so much, I just started reading the first one again.

- KG, 10 February 2009

i just picked up this book The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, ndomly from a bookshop. It's amazing and love. Now i'm searching for the remaining of Milleniem series.....

- J, 9 February 2009

I've just read the first two books and loved them. I'm horrified to learn that I will have to wait till next year for a UK release of the third book ...

Does anyone know if there is an English language edition of the third book available anywhere else (like the US)?

JJ

- Julia Justina, 8 February 2009

I love the books too. How is it that some people are saying they have read all three books when only two have been released? Are there advance copies?

- Jo C, Australia, 8 February 2009

The Italian version of "The girl with the dragon tattoo" is called "Uomini che odiano le donne".

- Manuela C., 3 February 2009

Gibt es das Buch "Verblendung" auf Italienisch? Wenn ja, wie lautet der Titel?

Does the book "The girl with the dragon Tattoo" exist in Italian? If so, what is the title?

- ClaudiaSchwarz@Web.de, 2 February 2009

I got the box with the 3 books last Xmas (in French)-what a fantastic present!!!- and I am nearly done with the second one which is brilliant.

I understand that the author's former partner has the manuscript of a 4th and final book?

- Vanessa (France), 2 February 2009

The first two books in the Millenium series are sensational! I wonder whether Lisbeth is modelled on a real person. If, so, boy would I love to meet her!

- Daryl, (Darwin) Australia, 31 January 2009

Finished the first one in the wee hours last night as I couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the second one to come out in the U.S.

- Kristina, San Diego, 27 January 2009

Fantastic stories! the first part I read in polish (3 days), the second one in english (for me it was the better one, 4 days) and the third one I have in german only - thats really a pity, as I dont know german yet :) but now am highly motivated to learn it quickly! Its really unfair that such a brilliant author passed away...

- Inga (Warsaw, Vienna), 27 January 2009

First book in years that I could not put down. Wish I could read the original text. Was sad when I learned that Stieg had passed away too soon.

Thank you.

- Steven, Belgium, 26 January 2009

I ´m from spain and I have just finished the second one, does anyone know when the third one will be publised?

thanks and see you soon

- Itxaso, 26 January 2009

My wife and myself read the three books in about a week. Sometimes untill 3 am.

By far the most entertaining and interesting read we had in years. As good as the Berlin trilogy (philip Kerr) or more recent 'Child 44' (Tom Rob Smith).

Top quality thrillers!!!!

- Johan DG, Antwerp, Belgium, 21 January 2009

I have just completed the second book in the Millenium series, and I found them both amazing.

I cannot wait for the third novel.

This man's early death was so unfair. However, he has left behind amazing books for the world to enjoy.

Thank you Stieg.

- Marie N. Ireland , 18 January 2009

I have read the girl with the dragon tatoo and the girl who played with fire. what is name of third book in trilogy.

- d, 17 January 2009

Just finished the first book. Thought it was going to be lame as it was a gift from my mother-in-law. Boy wasI wrong - a fantastic story that I just couldn't put down once I got started.

- Michelle McKenzie (Australia), 17 January 2009

The literal translation to all three books:

1. Men who hates women.

2. The girl who played with fire.

3. The Skycastle that blew up.

- Tine Årnes Sandaker, 13 January 2009

Ij ust finished 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' and am looking forward to the next two books in the series. Lisbeth is much like Mallory in Carol O'Connell's books--another series that I love. I am so sorry that Larsson's talent was taken from us so soon.

- Nancy Jones, 13 January 2009

I'm a high school sophomore and I loved this book! It was so descriptive and had a wonderful story! The ending was GREAT. I can't wait to read the next ones!

- Jessica Higgs <3, 9 January 2009

Amazing suspense on a hyper realistic story, especially now 2008/009, cause it looks so real. I'm also looking to read the 2nd book

- Graça Proença, 8 January 2009

I have just finished the first volume of Milleninum, translated to brazilian portuguese as "The men who didn't love women", and I am just craving for the other two books, but the editor doesn't know yet when it will be released!

What a shame!

I am just in love with the story and very well impressed by the author! He is such a wonderful writer, with such great ideas and an astonishing talent to tell stories!

Too bad that he didn't live to witness his success.

This is just to share with others my love for the book-story-author and to hopefully make some pression to the brazilian editors to release the other volumes as soon as possible! Otherwise I will try buying them in english....

- Daniela Schubnel da Silveira, Brasil, 7 January 2009

Oh mon dieu, the titles in French are much more poetic than the english ones. I wonder what the literal translation would sound (from swedish)

- Felix, 7 January 2009

From Australia. I have just finished reading the The Girl with the dragon Tattoo and The Girl Who Played with Fire and found them to be fascinating stories. Can someone please end my misery and give me hope that I won't have to wait 12 months to be able to read Castles in the Sky

- John, 7 January 2009

Yes, that it true.

He wrote a testament (will) where he said that his girlfriend of many years should get everything. But he had no witnesses when he wrote it, so it isn't legal.

His brother and father took everything, and never followed Stiegs wishes from the will. Very sad!

- Karoline, 2 January 2009

"Stieg Larsson described his writing as his "pension fund"

Somewhere in the discussion boards somebody wrote that after his death, his family took over everything, leaving his wife with nothing. Is this true?

Excellent writer, by the way.

- robert, 1 January 2009

Lennart Hyland's Rhyming Alphabet. Is this printed? Can't seem to locate it. The only referende I've encountered is similar frustration from others.

- Colleen (South Africa), 31 December 2008

I can't remember being so engrossed in a book like I was with 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo'. And now am just taking a breather to cook dinner before returning to 'The Girl Who Played With Fire', I dont think I'll be getting much sleep tonite! Thanks to my fabulous in-laws in Stockholm for sending me both these books. Am hopefull the third will be translated to English sooner what has been reported. RIP Stieg Larsson and may his partner receive what she is entitled to.

- Lorena, Australia, 30 December 2008

In the first book, Blomkvist makes reference to Lennart Hyland's Rhyming Alphabet....is this a real book? I tried to look for it on the net

- Suzanne Zeitouni, USA, 27 December 2008

I accidentally bought the first in the series a few months back and LOVED it! I finished it in 2 days and went on to tell all my friends about it who have now also read it. By accidentally i mean that I knew nothing about the book and had never heard of it, but the cover and back of the book looked intriguing so I decided to give it a shot. It's by far one of the best books I've EVER read and the first one that I actually recommended to my friends (before they recommended me books).

I've just arrived home from christmas shopping where I again accidentally stumbled across the second installment and bought it as soon as i could. I thought it wouldnt be released until january 2009 but i guess i was wrong. Now I have something to keep me busy till christmas! I LOOOOOVE this series!!!! Can't believe we'll have to wait till january 2010 until the 3rd installment! buhuuuu :-(

But seriously, what a talented, talented writer he was!

- Julia, Australia, 21 December 2008

I read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo while in Paris last year. I could not put it down and I lent it to a friend who was staying with me and she would not stop reading until she finished it also. I have been trying to get the other two books but they are not available in Australia. I heard a book review which said the other 2 would be released 2009-10. Is this correct?

- Patricia Knight, Sydney Australia, 21 December 2008

I started two days ago with "The girl with the dragon tattoo", can't put the book down. I'm already on page 424, and getting anxious because I don't know where to find the second book... Brilliant book, best book that I have read this year. Got the book because I have a dragon tattoo....

- Su, South Africa, 19 December 2008

I have not been able to stop reading the girl with the dragon tatoo. compulsive reading.

- Maria Riesco Spain, 18 December 2008

First book excellent. Can not believe I have to wait for the American version. doesn't quite seem fair.

- Frank, 18 December 2008

Cant wait for english translation of 'The Girl who played with Fire' to catch up with the adventures of Lisbeth Salander---------she is addictive

- Jackie Clarke Rep of Ireland, 18 December 2008

This books are brilliant....the characterisation is so detailled and inspiring....the most addicting books I have read in the last years! the german versions are already out and i am looking forward to buy the 3rd one.....maybe even today!but definitely before x-mas. I envy you guys who start off reading now...

- Lil, Germany, 15 December 2008

I'm in the middle of the second novel, The Girl who played with fire. Believe me, it's also more involving then the first one: Lisbeth is a great character, and so Mickael. I'm already looking forward to get the third one, and it's terrible to know that there will never be a fourth one...

- Serena M., Florence, Italy, 14 December 2008, 14 December 2008

The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo wasn't what I expected, but hit the spot with me as I raced through it. I was waiting for someone to pick up where Henning Mankell's Wallander series left off, and this does it. Suspense, intrigue, information and a real message. Somehow these Swedish writers have a knack for entertaining and informing at the same time.

- George S., S.F., California, 12 December 2008

Just finished first novel and really found it absorbing - characters strongly believable and as ever seemed to be people i know or have met. Want second book immediately ....

- Chris F, 11 December 2008

I loved the first book and can't wait for the pre-ordered second book to arrive in January. It's such a loss that Stieg Larsson passed away so young! He, just like Henning Mankell, did show the world the beauty of Sweden and the people of the country as well as their problems and fears. It helped me to see that country from a new angle.

- Mila, London, 8 December 2008, 8 December 2008

Darius, you can usually order from AmazonUK.com. I can't wait either, so that is what I intend to do. Really great book. Glad I didn't put it down after the beginning, which I often do if I am not grabbed with the first few pages.

- Barb, MO, USA, 30 November 2008

I think the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is terrible! Because it's so intriguing that I had to read it straight through all in one sitting and I work from home and so I didn't work all day....

I can't believe I have to wait a year for the Girl who played with Fire! It's outrageous!

- Chris, Australia, 26 November 2008

I could not put The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo down after initially finding the book difficult to get into!!! However what a fantastic read and I can't wait for the next 2 books in the trilogy to be translated into English. These books are almost worth learning Swedish for!!!

- Katie Mitchell NZ, 25 November 2008

How unfortunate that the woman on the English book cover looks so unlike what's waiting inside... Tiny dragon tat, squeaky-clean, not a hair out of place, sanitized... Where's Lisbeth Salander gone? She's definitely there on the covers of the 3 excellent French translations...

- Ed, Montpellier, FRANCE, 24 November 2008

"Girl with the dragon tattoo" is one of the best novels I have read. I look forward to the other two books in the trilogy!

- OFR, 24 November 2008

I´ve just read the first book in portuguese "Os homens que odeiam as mulheres". The title follows the swedish original, which doesn´t happen with "The girl with the dragon tatoo", in the english translation. Now, all I can do is to wait for the second book here in Brazil. Lisbeth is a very special girl!

- Alexandre Santos / São Paulo / Brazil, 24 November 2008

Does anyone know where and if it is possible to order "The Girl Who Played With Fire" in January from the UK even though I live in the US, since the US version won't come till August? Thanks!

- Darius, 20 November 2008

Strange, there is no one from Poland so far writing comments. In Polish the title is "the original": "Men who hate women" Brilliant book!

So short unfortunatly :-)

It's a shame we have to wait so long for the rest of the series. Or I start to learn Swedish?

- eljot, 20 November 2008

I just finished the first book, and can't wait to read the other two. However, the second one won't be released in the US until August 2009. So I'll just have to wait... Truly great writing!

- Jessica, Houston, Texas, 19 November 2008

I finished the third and final book yesterday, and I must say that these books were quite special. I thought the middle one wasn't quite on the same level as the others (too many convenient coincidences), but it was still good, and the last one left me quite satisfied.

I was surprised to on the web today that there would have been more to come. Fortunately for us there is a real feeling of closure in the third book. It would have been devastating if the third one would have ended on a hanging note like the second one.

Note: The original names of the three books directly translated would be: "Men Who Hate Women", "The Girl Who Played with Fire" and "Cloud Castles that Exploded".

- L. P. Old, Finland, 17 November 2008

Finished the third one today!Brilliant! I read them in French. I am very surprised that these were not translated into English earlier. I am spreading the word in Australia, not sure it is available here yet.

- Austra/Perth Australia, 16 November 2008

I read all three of these books in German and I've to say that I absolutely loved them. The story had hands down some of the best character developments I've read in a long time. I learned about new insights into the human psyche, especially men's. I was sad when it all ended

- Katy / Portland/ 12 November 2008, 13 November 2008

What a wonderful writer and what a great book! I just finished 'The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo' and am anxious to now read the next two. Larssons's writing is pure joy. The way he layers stories within the book and brings it all to a compelling climax is nothing short of brilliant. So sad to lose a talent like his.

- Susan / California / 12 November 2008, 11 November 2008

Just finished reading "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". What a great book! Looking forward to the next one but sad to know that we have lost such a great writer. Well done to Reg Keeland too - I hope the English didn't screw up his original edit too much.

- CG, 11 November 2008

Just finished "The Girl with the Dragon Tatoo". Made it last longer, because I did not want it to end. Can't wait for the next book in the trilogy. It is really sad that Stieg Larsson died so young.

- Annerose, New Jersey, 9 November 2008, 9 November 2008

so mysterious and so gorgeous. I really love this fantastic stories and who wrote them.

- Cheryl Na, Seoul, 9 November 2008, 9 November 2008

Like the first taste of heroin, the fix is in and I need, need more!

- Jon Brt, 8 November 2008

The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is a terrific book--and I can hardly wait for the next two to come out in English. The translator did a great job. I loved the humor and the quirky personalities. Such a loss to the world of crime fiction that there will not be more!

- carolyn farrar, Austin, Texas, 30 October 2008

Just finished the first tittle when I find out it was part of 3. I am looking hard for the other 2 but in portuguese of course!

- Jnunes, 30 October 2008

I just read the first two in French, an I got a bit tired of the word "foutu", until I though it must've been "jävla" in swedish, can someone confirm that?

- Tanja, 30 October 2008

Am in Sweden visiting my son. Read the first in English in a couple of days. Couldn't put it down. Bought the next two in Swedish because I don't want to wait for the translation. Brilliant piece of suspense. Shame Stieg is not around to appreciate the fruits of his labour.

- Howard Jones, 29 October 2008

Brilliant!

- Margo, 26 October 2008

The plot of this book really shocks me and occupies my thinking!

I am expecting the rest stories of this series!

- Michelle, 25 October 2008

This is one of the best books that I have ever read. It's not the norm for me, but I could not put it down. I read this within 24 hours of starting it!! I can hardly wait for the other two books to be released.

- Sheryl/ Rockingham, Western Australia, 25 October 2008

Amazing !!!!

Finished the Trilogie and I just want to read it again !!!

When is the Movie coming out ??? lol

- Romaric/ NYC, 23 October 2008

Loved "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" Thanks, Joan

- Joan M. Gaus, 22 October 2008

I think that the english title is because Lisbeth has a big dragon tattoo on the back.

- Caterina / italy, 22 October 2008, 22 October 2008

The first book is called "Men who hate women" in swedish. I read that book a few weeks ago and thought it was very good. I am curious as to why its called the girl with the dragon tattoo in english since I dont recall anything to do with a dragon tattoo in the swedish version. Anyone any ideas ? Is the title refering to Elisebeth or Harriet ?

- Phil, from Sweden, 21 October 2008

I already read the first 2 books and I am now reading the 3rd one (released on oktober 10th in Holland). The 3 books are absolutely fantastic. The best books I've read in a long time.

- Jolien, the Netherlans, 21 October 2008

I finished Girl with the Dragon Tattoo last night at 2:00 a.m. I couldn't wait to get up this morning and order Girl who Played with Fire, only to find it is not available until January!!!!

- Constance/ New York, 21 October 2008

I´ve read the first book of Millenim series in portuguese "Os homens que odeiam as mulheres". The title follows the swedish original, which doesn´t happen with "The girl with the dragon tatoo", in the english translation. The secon one, I´ve read in french "La fille qui rêvait d´un bidon d´essence et d`une allumette", in just a few hours. It´s hard to put down such a thrilling story. Although I find the portuguese translation better than the french one, I have no alternative, and I´m starting "La reine dans le palais des courants d´air". Just start. Forget traditional detectives: Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvisk blow them all up.

- Carlos Nobre, 20 October 2008

I read both the books when I was on holidays last summer. I couldn' t stop reading because they were really exciting. I think Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist are better than Kurt Wallander.

- Caterina / Italy, 19 October 2008

I just love the books. I couldn't put the books down.

- Mona / Norway, 19 October 2008

I just finished The Girl With The Dragon Tatoo and loved every minute of it. Is Salander only in this novel? What happened to Larsson? He looks so young.

- Nancy/ Montague, 16 October 2008

I just finished the 1st book, "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo." I didn't know it was a trilogy. I can't wait until " The Girl who Playe dwith Fire" is out. I need more Salander.

- Margaret/Minnesota, 16 October 2008

I was reading the comments and it seems that both the English and French versions are not that great. Since I don't know Swedish, my only option left is Spanish... I haven't seen any comments regarding the Spanish version; any good?

Thanks

- Alba, Portland, 15 October 2008

I have read the first one, reading the second and will read the third. There are sooooo good

- Nick London, 13 October 2008

magic book !!

- teresa artigas, 13 October 2008

I have already read the 'The girl with the dragon tatoo" and just finished "The girl who played with fire" and they are just the best books ever. I cant wait to buy the 3rd and last one... (the 3 of them have already been released in French... Lucky me !!!). These books are so good, as soon as you start reading you just can't stop. Love it. Thank you Stieg Larsson...

- Aurelie, Sydney, 11 October 2008

There is a book called "Men who hates women, and women who loves them" already out on the US market.... and there was a fear that people would be stupid and think it was part of the en are from Mars books...

I still don't understand why they have thrown in a family tree of the Vangers family before they have been introduced and why the maps over Hedeby are gonen from the English translation. Why keep using the characters last names all the time instead of their first names?

Malin, US/Sweden

- Malin, US/Sweden, 8 October 2008

Just finished reading The Girl Who Played with Fire. I couldn't tear myself away from this unusual and well constructed novel. Although I think the descriptions are sometimes too long and often overwhelming with too many details, the story is riveting and mesmerizing. Good job! I am not looking forward to reading the last of this trilogy as I know there will be no other.

- M.-A. Amiot, Montreal, 8 October 2008

I have just finished 'Man Who Hate Women' and I am expecting 'The Girl Who Played With Fire'. A brilliant book and I am sorry that the author passed away, it is a lost for the readers. Thank you Mr. STIEG LARSSON.

- Adriana-Romania, 5 October 2008

i read first book and i was so sad cause it's have only 678 pag is a very interesting book

- Elly-Romania, 4 October 2008

Just finished "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". One of the best books I've read in a very long time. Anxiously waiting for the release of the English translation of "The Girl Who Played with Fire".

- Kara Petersen- Seattle, WA, USA, 4 October 2008

Well I have all the books in Swedish, yeahy for me.... For once! am in trance reading the second one. Don't know why they change that first tile from "Men That Hates Women" in Swedish to "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" In English??? And Lisbeth "jävla hönan Salander" is my new hero....and also feel very sad that such a man of talent is dead...

- L.Diechle September 28 2008, 29 September 2008

Well have just finished The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and I am absolutely hooked!! Cannot wait for the next one. Am gutted I need to wait till January 2009. Well done Stieg, book is absolutely brilliant.

- c johnstone, 26 September 2008

I am in the middle of reading US release of "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" and fell in love with this book. What a story, what a astonishing style of writing! Then I found out the author passed away 4 years ago. What a loss! All these useless people remain alive in this world and we lost a noble, talented thinker... It's sad.

- song Jang, 23 September 2008

Ho letto che il 3° sarà pubblicato in Italia entro la fine di quest'anno! Lo aspettiamo tutti

- Andrea, Siena, 22 September 2008

Qualcuno sa se il 3° libro della seria è già uscito in italia e se no, quando arriverà? Grazie!

- Giosuè, Genova, 22 September 2008

thanks, all apologies to the Romanian publisher.

- Mihai, Bucharest, 21 September 2008

I have finished the "Man who hate women" in spanish. Is a very big novel. I hope the next "The Girl Who Played With Fire".

- Francisco Valladares - Tenerife -Spain, 20 September 2008

grazie Stieg, il tuo libro è stata una bella sorpresa

- Alex, 19 September 2008

Mihai: the original title is "Man who hate women". the only reason that the English title is different is that the English publisher changed it, maybe because the original title is rather strong? Anyway, your Romanian translation is closer to the original than the English one!

- , 19 September 2008

The girl with the dragon tatoo was recently published in Romania with a different name, Man who hate women; great book, really loved it, I do not understand though why Romanians have this bad habit of changing books and movies titles. I agree, it is much better than other countries whe