Writers like Stieg Larsson
Many of us have read Stieg Larsson’s ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’. What a fabulous book (not to mention the rest of the Millenium Trilogy). Here is a list of some other writers that might interest you, based on their similarity to Larsson’s style and content.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
This well known thriller delves into dark family secrets, corporate corruption, and personal redemption. The protagonist, Lisbeth Salander, is drawn into an investigation that reveals hidden crimes and journeys into the criminal underworld.
Other similar books in this genre include:
- The Night Manager by John le Carré
This espionage thriller features a hotel night manager who becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of illegal arms dealing. The protagonist is an ordinary person pulled into a dangerous game of crime and deception. - Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson
In this psychological thriller, a woman suffering from amnesia tries to piece together her past through fragmented memories and diary entries. The sense of unraveling a mystery about their own lives is similar to the story threads running through ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’. - The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
A gripping psychological thriller where the protagonist uncovers a mystery tied to deep-seated trauma and criminal behavior. Here you’ll find similar themes to Larsson’s work, dealing with layers of secrets and dangerous personal choices. - The Reversal by Michael Connelly
This legal thriller from the Lincoln Lawyer series features a high-stakes court case involving hidden motives and dangerous criminals. In common with ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ it examines themes of personal risk and moral dilemmas. - Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
This suspenseful mystery deals with secrets surrounding multiple characters in a small town. It shares the element of personal involvement in larger, dangerous narratives, with Larsson’s books. - The Expats by Chris Pavone
This novel follows a woman who discovers that her seemingly normal life is riddled with espionage and secrets. The protagonist in The Expats is forced to navigate dangerous situations involving deception and criminal activity while trying to protect her loved ones. - A Simple Plan by Scott Smith
This story revolves around ordinary people who stumble upon a large sum of money and are drawn into a web of deception and crime. It features moral conflict and characters who face the consequences of their actions in increasingly dangerous circumstances.
These books also feature protagonists who are pulled into complex, dangerous situations and must navigate ethical quandaries to survive.
Much like the works outlined above, the story of I Will Follow involves elements of suspense, mystery, criminal underworld dealings, and personal dilemmas. On that basis, it may be a book you would find appealing.
You can purchase a copy of I Will Follow here.
Diarmaid’s new mystery novel, For the Record, is due for publication in 2025.