David Lagercrantz

David Lagercrantz is a distinguished Swedish journalist and author, internationally acclaimed for his work on the Millennium series, originally created by Stieg Larsson. Lagercrantz’s notable contributions include *The Girl in the Spider’s Web*, *The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye*, and *The Girl Who Lived Twice*. These novels, which are the fourth, fifth, and sixth installments in the series, continue the gripping saga of Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist, expanding on Larsson’s original vision of him with his own unique narrative style.

Lagercrantz’s career began in journalism, but he gained widespread recognition with his 2011 biography, *I Am Zlatan Ibrahimović*, a compelling account of the famous Swedish footballer’s life. His entry into the Millennium series was marked by the publication of * The Girl in the Spider’s Web * in 2015. This novel was notably adapted into a film by Sony Pictures in 2018, with Claire Foy starring as Lisbeth Salander. Lagercrantz also documented his journey by writing the book in a diary published the same year, complemented by a television documentary released by Swedish Public Broadcasting.

Following the success of his Millennium novels, Lagercrantz introduced a new crime fiction series featuring Professor Hans Rekke and Constable Micaela Vargas. The first installment, *Obscuritas*, published in 2021, was well-received and established a promising new series. The second book, *Memoria*, released in 2023, continued to captivate readers and was celebrated as one of the year’s best thrillers by Esquire.

In addition to his literary achievements, Lagercrantz has a background as a television presenter and screenwriter, further showcasing his versatility and storytelling prowess. His works, particularly within the Millennium series and his new crime novels, continue to resonate with a global audience, cementing his status as a prominent figure in contemporary fiction.