Never Mind. A little further research states the book is to be released on July 29th. I'll be sure to be at the nearest book store on said date.

- Scott from Houston, 2 July 2009

Dragon Tattoo is really a great book. Does anyone know when the 2nd installment hits US bookstores?

- Scott form Houston, 2 July 2009

Finished the last book of the Millennium trilogy in Mexico vacation... I was really sad that it was the last book. Best books I Have ever read.

I could end up reading 5 hours non stop... easily...

Happy reading!

- Norwegian in NYCity, 29 June 2009

Finished "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" - 6/28/09. My eyes have gone bleary and twitching from marathon reading.

Wish it ain't so-- Larsson is DEAD.

Jocelyn, NYC

- , 29 June 2009

I am waiting as patiently as possible for the sequel to The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. I agree the series is like a drug and I am experiencing withdrawal symptoms!!

- C Silva, 6/26/2009, 26 June 2009

Damn! Just reached "The End" of Dragon Tattoo where Lisbeth tosses Elvis in the skip. The quality of writing is definitely responsible for some serious down-turn in my productivity in work and an involuntary trading of sleep for reading! Completely worth the sacrifice though and it is a shame that Mr Larsson is not around to read all these comments x

- Baroness von Coma, Melbourne, 26 June 2009

Just finished the 1st book and cant wait to get to a book store to get the second book tomorrow! Loved the descriptions and characters.. a really great read.

- Lyn... Westmeath, Ireland, 25 June 2009

I can't put the book down - Superb writer.

- Aminata, Luanda-Angola, 25 June 2009

I just finished The Girl with The Dragon Tattoo and I'm looking for no 2 already!!Man I just could not put the book down it was really addictive!!!

- Angeline Biehl Cape Town South Africa, 23 June 2009

Absolutely addictive!!! Need no 3!!!!! getting withdrawal symptoms!!!!

- Karin Weavill Harrismith South Africa, 21 June 2009

Just finished The Girl with The Dragon Tattoo and it was gripping from beginning to end. A thriller that holds you to the last page. I need to buy the next installment now,

- David Stringer, 17 June 2009

I'M GOING TO THE BOOKSHOP RIGHT NOW TO BUY THAT BOOK. I CANT WAIT TO START READING....

- Greg/Poland, 13 June 2009

Having Read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, I can honestly say it's the first book in ages that I read cover to cover. Larsson's writing is superb and I am hooked!

- Linda Padwick 11/06/09, 11 June 2009

Have just finished the third book; just hope for more.. Simply love Lisbeth Salander, she is the best character ever... And the film; wow... I must own it...

- Joe, Denmark, 10 June 2009

The first was great, the second is the best -till now and - I am waiting for the third what causes an orgasm?!

- Lilla, 8 June 2009

Just finished Book 2 and wish I'd read more slowly. i'm bereft now I've realised the next book isn't out 'til end of the year. What a gripping story.

- Ceri B, 7 June 2009

finished 2nd and all fuzzy about gettin the 3rd in my hands! That was like a good movie on break and you re sitting in front of the tv waiting for it to continue§

- Anastasia/ Paris France, 5 June 2009

AMAZING book - Love it!

- Hailey (South Africa), 4 June 2009

I've read part 1, it is so awesome, i read it in 3 days. I would suggest this book to anyone.

- Sebita, 4 June 2009

i've read these three books in french, theyre all awesome and cant wait to see the film! its came out in french last week!

- Frenchiie, 27 May 2009

I read part I and II, both are excellent !

Lisbeth Salander - can't wait to see you in part III.

- Aleksandra, 26 May 2009

Thanks for the warning that the book is going to be addictive. If that's the case, I gladly look forward to become addicted. I just got my hands on Book 2.

- Jacquelyn, 16 May 2009

I just finished the second novel. This one is also fantastic... I can't wait start reading the third one. Stieg Larsson did a great job writing these books.

- Frank from The Netherlands, 12 May 2009

I just finished "The girl who played with fire" that here in Brasil (portuguese) the name is " A menina que brincava com fogo"and I loved it. I am waiting the third book (in portuguese).

- Artur, Sao Paulo, Brasil, 11 May 2009

Am still reaing the girl who played with fire. so fantastic. can't wait till the third one!!

- , 6 May 2009

Just finished "The girl who played with fire" could not put the book down all week. Went to find release date of the final instalment argh.... Jan 2010 will just have to read both books again before the third book is released I can handle that.

- Andy. Sydney, Australia, 2 May 2009

I am in Montreal. Millenium I, II, III are all available here in French. But English version, only I is available. After I read I, can't wait for the II. I ordered the book from Amazon UK, now I am almost finished it. Will start book III French version right after. Thank you so much for another reader who gave me this idea (order from Amazon UK). Believe it or not. Order from Amazon UK or CA, almost the same price here (including postage).

- TK, Montreal Canada, 29 April 2009

Am two-thirds through the Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. It's so great I've rigged up a book rack so I can continue to read it on the treadmill. His previous work against bullies of another kind is easily felt in this novel. I'll be in Canada this summer and will look for the second book. Otherwise, I'll wait until it's in the USA.

- Carol Popp, 20 April 2009, 21 April 2009

I'm 100 pages away to end the 2nd volume; it's a "must", or else, I'm unable to do anything else today; but I dread to think how I'll cope with the waiting for the third volume. I wonder if learning Swedish would be quicker than waiting till 2010 for the 3rd volume in English!!! ;O) UUUUFFFF!!!

- Begoña Tocino, 19 April 2009

I just finished reading book II. I couldn't put it down. Both the second and the first book are superb. I've read a lot of crime fiction and this is by far the best. It's very sad that we can't look forward to more books from Stieg Larsson. I started to despair when I saw all the comments on the website from desparate people who are waiting until the end of the year for book III to be published in English. There's no way I can wait that long! I'm hooked now! Luckily I can read in a few languages. I straight away went online and ordered the book in Norwegian. Hopefully it wont take too long to reach me in Australia!

- Ida Rohne, Sydney, 18 April 2009

I just finished the first tome: "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and I am extremely impatient to get my hands on the second book in the trilogy - it is due to become available only on July 28, 2009 here in Canada...aaghhh! As another reader states: "This series is like a drug"...can't get enough, fast enough!

- Linda Bérubé, April 14, 2009, 14 April 2009

You know what?

There is a man waiting for the third story from S, korea. Hell know?

- Hyun. K. Kim, 12 April 2009

When will the second and third book come to Australia?

- Vanja Neus, 8 April 2009

It's so true i'm in the middle of this book right now and it's one of the most amazing stories ever. Everybody should do themselves a favor and read this amazing series!!!

- , 6 April 2009

My only fear after reading "The girl with the dragon tattoo" was the next in the series would not live up to the hype! Whoa.."The girl who player with fire" is even better! Absolutely compelling, edge of the seat stuff!.Must read..can't wait for Book 3 to come to India!

- DP, India, 5 April 2009

I've read the first in record time and I am in the middle of the second one. Given that I am very busy all day long with job-kids-house.. it is such an incredible thing how I take time from nowhere to read... just one think I am sad.. I haven´t been in Stockholm so I am not enjoying as swedish people for sure do, all the parts of the book where the city is described.. aixxx what a pity!!!!

- Elisa, 3 April 2009

Yes....the third one is THE best. But they are all good. You got something to look forward to. By the time you learn Swedish, the third one will be available in English.

- Anders, 30 Mars 2009

Just finished the second sequel, my head is completely in Stockholm and the outskirts of Goteborg. Superb plot, perfectly convincing characters, extremely compelling writers attitude. When I learned that the third book wasn't due until Jan 2010 I was desperate, even started contemplated learning Swedish!

- Irene, 30 Mars 2009

I have loved both of these books and are two of my favourtie books now. can't wait for the third one bit bummed out that its not till 2010 though :(

- , 25 Mars 2009

The first one was better. I hope the 3rd tome picks up.

- AK, 16 Mars 2009

Thrilled I was able to get the book early off Amazon, but can't believe I'll have to wait a year for the third. Can anyone give a basic plot description from the jacket cover?

Am very curious to see how characters & plots develop in the next novel, since Stieg left so many open possibilities with the second novel - Lisbeth's sister, Annika (women's legal issues), Annika's husband (biotech), Palmgren's doctor (international adoption), and of course whatever direction Millenium and Lisbeth take. Can't wait!

- Laura, Bentonville, AR, 9 Mars 2009

HELP!...does anyone know if or how I can find the THIRD book in English?!...I've read and loved the first two and just cannot imagine waiting until 2010 for the next!!...I think I'm desperate enough to buy it and pay for it to be translated for me - if that's possible!!!

- NYC, 1 Mars 2009

I've read the first one and im in he middle of the second one. i enjoyed tome I much much more, to my mind the tome II has got too many unncecessary details and the plot is now getting more interesting but didn't like the begining.

- Cristina, Madrid, 22 February 2009

completely agree- this series is probably one of the best to hit the shelves!

- a.d, 13 February 2009

Have read both books - both available in soft cover in Australia. Enjoyed them but found the 2nd one had a lot of unnecessary detail which made some parts drawn out.... But if the books are any example of the way women are treated in Sweden I NEVER want to go there....

- Anne, Qld, Australia, 13 February 2009

It's going to be a long year!!! No chance you will release the next volume eary? Great book, am hooked on the story. Will re-read these many times .

What a place to end the second book!!!!!!

- L yn McBride, 13 February 2009

I'm not really a fan of the genre, but a friend really vouched for theese books so I decided to give the first one a go.

BANG!!! I was totally blown away read the entire triology in a week. What I ride! Theese three books took over my life for a week.

Masterpiece.

- Tomas, Sweden, 9 February 2009

Just finished reading the Girl with the Dragon Tatoo,Stieg Larsson's death is loss to every discriminating reader. I too am hooked by this amazing Author's work.

- Vikki Martin ,Evanton,Scotland, 9 February 2009

I waited a long time before buying the first book because the huge publicity campaign made me a little suspicious about it? Eventually, I bought the first book and as soon as I started the reading? BANG!... I was completely hooked and while I was finishing the first book, I bought the 2nd and 3rd book. Practically, I read almost 2,000 pages in a week. I really enjoyed the plot and characters and the action is always high during the whole Trilogy story. A masterpiece. Definitely.

- Stefano Cipriani, Rome,, 9 February 2009

can i read the trilogy out of sequence? i just read the first chapter of the second book and it's great. i liked salander straight away. i'm pretty good at mixing and matching with thrillers but also understand that it might be necessary to read them in order. please let me know........scarlett

- scarlett devon, 6 February 2009

Just finished book one.

Simply Fabulous.

- sw - new york, 3 February 2009

Just finished Larsson's second and found it even better than the first. Salander is a compelling character, but the book is rich in other personalities, good and bad. Can't wait for #3 (even rumours of a #4 hidden away), Thank goodness for air pockets and small calibres.

- Phil Branton, London, 3 February 2009, 3 February 2009

One of the most enthrolling and rivetting and unable to put-it-down book, I have ever read. I read "the girl with the dragon tattoo" in one day and went to bed at 4.30am! Wow. Cannot wait to start the next book but will wait till I am on the plane to Melbourne!

- David Gold, 1 February 2009

I dont think i quite understand mikhail blomkvist yet he is still a bit of a mystery to me let me just say that his motives are unclear to me.

- Zeke/Alaska, 31 January 2009

i can not wait for this nook to come out in the us

- sheila coble, 31 January 2009

i read all three volumes and they were fantastic. I could not put them down. I wish there were more...

- Sabine, 28 January 2009

Brilliant combination of Grisham (plot and pace) and Dickens (all those characters!! and prevasive corruption), going one better than both by keeping the tension and questions going until the very last line (literally). Wow!!

- Eddie Clarke, 22 January 2009

I want an english edition paperback of played with fire but apparently can't get it in uk til july 09.don't want hardback. don't mind payi hardback price. any suggestions?

- finjimduc, 21 January 2009

Stieg Larsson was an accomplished writer. I loved both of his books with Salander as his heroine. It's scary if even a quarter of the things she does with computers can REALLY be done! Also, for me, I like the fact that he writes about people in 'upper-class' jobs- so many English thrillers these day concentrate on 'lower-class' criminals or terrorists. I can't wait for the publication of the third.

- Heather. ( Wales), 21 January 2009

The Girl with the Dragon Tatoo was an amazing book, for this American reader. I couldn't put it down and I look forward to reading number 2 and three as they come out. I enjoyed learning more about the strong Swedish journalistic tradition of freedom. Also, Larsson's indictment of greedy financiers is eerily clairvoyant.

- Molly Hastings, 19 January 2009

Have just read the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo in 2 days, need next book asap, could not believe how addictive it was, maybe I should wait to read 2nd next Dec as I sure wont be able to wait till 2010 till 3rd one arrives.

Or i could start learning Swedish............

- S Morse - Moree NSW, 17 January 2009

I just finished book 1 and couldn't wait for the US release date of July 2009 for the second book so I just ordered if from the UK. I hope they translate the movies, or have subtitles and release it here in the US.

- Alexa, 17 January 2009

I just finished book 1 and couldn't wait for the US release date of July 2009 for the second book so I just ordered if from the UK. I hope they translate the movies, or have subtitles and release it here in the US.

- Alexa, 17 January 2009

just reserved this book, can't wait to read it Book 1 was fantastic

- A Woogara, 16 January 2009

Read the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo in Four Days. Read the girl who played with fire in three. Need I say more

- Alan 12th January 2009, 12 January 2009

The first book in the trilogy was excellent. I read it last summer (08) and could not put it down.

If the next book is as good as the first, then I won't be disappointed.

Won't be long before someone considers making these in to a film. I hope :o)

- Nigel Slocombe, 12 January 2009

I've just finished "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and am devastated to learn that I can't get all of three books in English so I can complete this trilogy.

On hols at Coffs Harbour and book 2 unavailable.

- Margaret Lewis, 9 January 2009

Just finished the second novel and about to start the third and last one of this trilogy. I'm reading them in French (all 3 books are available, lucky me!!!!). I can't wait to find out what happens to Lisbeth...

- B. Beauchamp, 8 January 2009

This was The best Christmas present ever!

Yummy characters, super plot.

I was hoping for a follow up book to be available for the best ever present for birthday in a few days.

- Susie de Gouveia, JHB SA, 7 January 2009

OMG, I just finished the second novel and was in tears. The ending was not what I expected at all and i cannot wait for the third installment. I can't believe I have to wait 12 months!!!!!!

- Sam Neill, 7 January 2009

It's not often that I cannot put a book down, however I think this is slightly better than the first and quite addictive.

I am not sure how I'll go waiting another 12 months for the release in English of Castles in the Sky!

- Ian Rowell, 6 January 2009

am looking forward to the book coming out in 2 days in england!!!!!!!

- , 6 January 2009

Just finished the second book here in Pennsylvania, and it was quite difficult to put it down. Definitely an alluring read. The ending was quite abrupt, which should certainly make me crazy until the third book comes out in English. Is Mr. Larsson for real or was this all a well planned marketing execution.

- Timothy Schwarz, 6 January 2009

While I would normally complain about the wait for the second novel, I'd gladly wait a year than to never read it! I am an English reader (U.S.) of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and I loved it! When the pace picked up in the middle of the book, it

n e v e r s l o w e d d o w n .

I will wait in agonized silence until "Plays with Fire" is released.

- Lucia / SF USA, 4 January 2009

I just finished the audiobook of the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and I can't wait for the next volume.

- Cal, 4 January 2009

Reg,

You wrote "Be aware that the UK versions are much different from the US versions." What are the major differences? I assume it more than spelling. It annoys me greatly when books are changed for the US audience.

- Mack Lundy/US, 2 January 2009

I've read volumes 1 and 2 of the trilogy. They are easily the best novels in this genre! I can't wait to read volume three. What am I going to do for 12 months without Lisbeth Salander?

- Marek/Australia, 1 January 2009

Just finished the the girl with the tattoo dragon wondering when the 2nd book is availble in New Zealand, couldn't put the book down and. An excelletn read

- Kylee G - New Zealand, 2th Dec 08, 29 December 2008

In Italy the third book is out in a few days! why it takes so long in the UK?? i can't wait until 2010!!!

- Alessandra F - London, 29 December 2008

Best Christmas present ever, I thought I would have to wait until feb 2009 for the second book, "The girl who played with fire", but there it was under my Christmas tree. Fabulous book that I have not put down. The character development of the girl Salander is great. How on earth can I wait for a whole year to find out what happens in the third book.

- Sandra A - Australia 29 dec 2008, 29 December 2008

Second book has already been release in Australia!

I'm about 1/4 way through it and it is great. Character development is strong and builds very well from the 1st book.

You will enjoy....

- Fabian T - Australia, 28 December 2008

I just finished the 'Dragon Tattoo and Lisbeth has enthralled me. I was wondering where I would get the next book and came to this site immediately only to find all your comments of no English copies - I am devastated! The only consolation is it will surely be worth the wait.

- Pat Sorensen, South Africa, 27 December 2008

The best book on a long plane ride. Where's the second book in English??? In the US or in the UK

- Anni Broughton, 26 December 2008

I had just finished the first book, i can't wait to get the second. Does anyone know where to buy the second book...

- yeoh, 24 December 2008

I cannot put this book down! I am really hoping the "la reina en el palacio de las corrientes de aire" (the title of the third book in spanish) will be out there soon!! Can't wait!

- spain, 22 December 2008

I have just finished the second book..I was very lucky and my friend found an English copy in the book shop at Stockholm Airport! She sent it to me express and I finished it..and I'm so upset..because it was so good, I don't think I can wait 2 years for the next one!!!

- Tiffany, 20 December 2008

Just finished 'Tattoo' - what a read! Didn't expect it to be anything like as page-turning, stomach-wrenching or mind-blowing. Cannot wait now to read the serquels.

- Hugh, 15 December 2008

I just finished reading the first book in french... and I have to be honest the translation feels a bit off... maybe Swedish is hard to translate in french I don't know... I So I'm thinking I should try reading the next ones in English but they do not seem to be available yet...maybe I'll read them in french first...cause I really...really...really want to know what is gonna happen next... then re-read them in English

- L, 14 December 2008

were are the two others books

When are they going to be published in Portuguese or in English

I want to be with those two people Blommkvist and Salander

- Norberto in New York and Lisbon, 13 December 2008

Some background info on the English translations: I finished all 3 in 2006, but due to the delays inherent in the publishing business, they are being released in 2008/09/10. Every publisher wants to have a book out on the market for a year to milk the most sales possible before releasing the next one. Cruel but true. Be aware that the UK versions are much different from the US versions, which I feel are closer to Larsson's intent and language. But then the US versions are coming out 6 months later... Lisbeth is definitely the focus of books 2 & 3, and she does indeed rock!

- Reg Keeland, 13 December 2008

I do absolutely agree with the other readers. I finished reading vol 1 yesterday and couldn't refrain from going in search of the second. What a pity it's not going to be available until 2009, in english.

I have to say that I loved the language !! Thanks for this beautiful translation!!

- nadia, 13 December 2008

Thank god there's a sequel! I finished the first book thirty seconds ago and I would have been crushed if it stopped there! Absolutely enveloping.

- adipy, 9 December 2008

I can't stand the long wait for the second in the series. It's not fair that it won't be available in English until 2009. The Girl With the Dragon Tatoo was incredible.

- Gretta, 9 December 2008

I have finished to read the book today. Only one word: fantastic!

- Alessandro Viggiani, 7 December 2008

I could say that it is the best book i have ever read, but i could also say that about the first book. Amazing...

- , 12 November 2008

I read the reviews on Amazon when I purchased tattoo how little did I know how much I would enjoy this book. Alas, now I must wait until........ count to ten and remember patience is a virtue, I think.

- Lowell Stanley, 12 November 2008

Cant wait to read the next two books enjoying this one immensely. loving it

- Michell Manley, 3 November 2008

An amazing read. I couldn't put it down. waiting in eager anticipation for English editions of the next volumes.

- Louise, 1 November 2008

Why oh why are we being made to wait for the next 2 volumes in English? I had heard that it had been translated and was available in Sweden for a brief period before being withdrawn due to re-branding? Anyone know if this is true?

- Jay, 22 October 2008

Just finished 'Tattoo'. I didn't notice I was actually on holiday in France!

- J.Kortes, The Netherlands,18 October 2008, 18 October 2008

We started a book club and "Tattoo" was our first choice. What an amazing choice, yet sadly we must now wait for the second and third. Loved the first and read it so quickly, as did the other ladies. Even though we must now wait, it is all worth it to find out what happens to Lisbeth! She rocks!

- Tracy K., Washington, 14 October 2008

Just finished "Tatoo" It is probablythe best crime, social commentary, character development novel I have ever read. I want Lisbeth on my side..The second book has not yet been released in USA and I need my fix.

Can't wait to read about them all again.

- L. Michael New York, 14 October 2008

Don't make me wait for the other 2 books to be released in the US!!! "The girl with the dragon tattoo" was too good and I want more!!!! Blast

- Sharona USA, 13 October 2008

Just finished "Tatoo" the most amazing book I've read in a long time. Went on line looking for the other two. Alas, not in english yet. I want Lisbeth Salandars return immediatley !!!(I'll wait like the rest)

- Don Warren USA, 2 October 2008

Where can I find a

English translation of this book?

- Christina Craighead, 27 September 2008

I stayed up all night and finished it, and am totally preoccupied about the subject. It is ridiculous that the 2nd and 3rd books are not yet translated into

English. My wife is Swedish and I could not speak to her while she finished all the books! Probably a good excuse for me to learn Swedish. She said that the English version was quite true to the Swedish.

- karnig-usa, 25 September 2008

Marc, you are extremly right: it's like a drug!

Unfortunately for the next "portion" (italian translation of tome III) i'll have to wait until january 2009 (too long!! i think i'll take the french or the german one!!)

- Paolo - Switzerland, 24 September 2008

Simply beautiful...!!!!

- lucia, 8 October 2008

Just a the Tatoo in one sitting. Very tired now but that Lisbeth gets in your head. Am stunned to hear next book is not in English yet. Pull your finger out fellas. Have developed even worse coffee addiction no though!!

- Kylie, 3 October 2008

I would like to find out the book mentioned in the "Girl Who Played with Fire": Dimensions in Mathemathics, Parnault, Harvard 1999.

Can you help me? paolo.napolione@gmail.com

- Paolo, 1 October 2008

Espectaculo!!

Acabei de ler o 1º OS homens que odeiam as mulheres.

Fiquei de imediato,com curiosidade de saber sobre os outros dois da triologia.

Parece que o próximo só para final deste ano:-(

Muito bom!

- Carllucci, 29 August 2008

Reading Tome II is like getting into Lisbeth's mind, it's amazing!I read it in less than 24 hours! I really love Stieg Larsson's characters! I think there should be more Men as Mikael Blomkvist and more Justice as Lisbeth's way to intend it.

- Lea Vittoria, Italy, 24 August 2008

I can only agree with the above comment.

Having read volume 1 of the Trilogy I am having withdrawal symptoms waiting on volume 2 in English.

Maybe I should learn Swedish as I can probably do that quicker than waiting for the UK release date for volume 2

- John Turnbull, 24 August 2008

STIEG EVERYWHERE YOU ARE NOW: THANKS!

- Roberto Campagnolo, 22 August 2008

Why have these brilliant 2nd and 3rd instalments not yet been published in English?? I bought 'The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo' while in Germany a couple of months ago, (the English translation), and now back home in Australia I find that parts 2 & 3 of this fantastic series are set to be released in English in Jan '09 and '10 respectively?? What on earth are you waiting for??? MANY people are wondering!!! I could read them in a language other than my first language, but would rather read them in English. What about the millions of others who can't??? COME ON GUYS!!!

- Amanda, Australia, 21 August 2008

what an enthralling plot the first book is !! i can't wait for the second issue. i ended up on this site looking for it, because my bookseller just told me it hadn't been released yet : what a shame !! the french version has been released for at least a year.

so, come on M. English Editor : move it, for crying out loud !!!

- dbreidt, reims, france,, 9 August 2008

Have finally worked out the point of learning languages. Off to order the German verson of volumes 2 and 3...

- Liz, 2 August 2008

Seriously, what's the problem here? Why are the English translations taking so long!? Amazon has the 2nd book as being released next year! Outrageous.

Fire the current publisher and get another in that will release this and the last book NOW.

Utter, utter incompetance.

And don't get me started on the books titles...

- James, London, 5 July 2008

Hello from Belgium.

The first book of the Millenium series (The Girl with the dragon tattoo) already has a cult status here amongst directors and writers and crime novel-readers. I also indulged in the wit, the elegance and the gunpowder efficiency of Stieg Larssons's plot-twists and dialogue. The second part is out now in a Dutch translation, but I stopped after 5 pages: lost were the spirit, the mood and the calm and controlled chaos of the English flow, it just dus NOT work in Dutch as opposed to the English translation. I found out I'm not the only one. Many of my collegues refuse to read on in Dutch and just quit the book, waiting in vain for the English translation..... The ones who read the first book in English - most of the many people I know (even in France, Greece and the Netherlands) are waiting to read the second part in English. It really shouldn't take so long as januari 2009. Even if you take market-build-up expectancies and the out-hunger-them-tactics for promotional and marketshare increasings (with eventually pre-sales-systems) : it just takes too long.

The books are written. They can be translated and adapted in an intelligent way just like the first one. It should reach audiences this summer: not januari 2009. This is absolutely an editor's or distributor's decision. Of course it could be very real that this is just another battle over author's rights, publishing rights and a whole lot of money waiting on the shelves. Too bad all this doesn't honor the superb work of Stieg Larsson. Footnote: the woman cast for Lisbeth is not Lisbeth. Not in a 1000 year's: a gamble or a mistake? This actress does not embrace the heart and soul, let alone the DNA of Lisbeth Salander. Come on Yellow Bird: movies are about writing and casting, you should know that.

Sincerely, Peter Van Oostende, director

- Peter Van Oostende, 12 June 2008

I've just finished the 1rst book, it was awesome. I've never read such a well-plotted, funny, touching and scaring story. i love the main characters and i never get bored at a moment.

For the follow up, i'm sad to be in the UAE during 3 months, i cannot find the french version :(

- vivien, 8 June 2008

Fantastic books, I am reading the second one (french translation), and read all night as I can't put book down. Scary and exciting thrillers....

- Francoise Battin, 24 May 2008

I have just finished reading "The girl with the dragon tattoo' and it is a long time since I have enjoyed a book so much! This is brilliant writing and quite unique. Yet another outstanding Swedish author. The follow up is already at the top of next year's birthday list

- Clive Read, 23 May 2008

It is Hard, Having to wait til 2009 for the further stories of Salander and Bromkvist, And sad to know that there will only be two more,

- John Sjorup, 23 May 2008

Fantastic

I have read 2 out of the 3 books. I had the previlage to do so as I am Swedish and all 3 books have been published in swedish. They are both fantastic!!! can´t wait to start the third one.

You English reading people. Hang on...they are worth waiting for!

- Johanna, 9 February 2008

We already have the translation of the 3 books in french. I have started the second book. Amazing ! Be ready ....

- Nathalie, 20 February 2008

Since few days I read the 2nd one. I also think, that this is really great triology. In Germany the 3rd book was published on march 2008....I like the crime novels about Bloomquist and Salander. These two protagonists are really very special.

- Wendy, 21 Mars 2008

Oh you are so lucky in France and Germany - we have to wait a whole year for the 2nd one :-(

- kgs (Australia), 18 April 2008