Ending

As the novel comes to an end Blomkvist is set free and he finally reveals the truth about the Wennerstrom case. Lisbeth is described as possibly killing the political figure. News reporters state that the man accused by Blomkvist was found the morning after he was exposed dead in his bathroom. It is believed that he committed suicide, since no real evidence is shown. Based on Lisbeth's violent past it is indicated that she killed Hans-Eik. The last pages sketch an image of Lisbeth in a blond wig disguised and hiding her identity. Which is also an underlying theme in the novel. The original title Men Who Hate Women, suites the story and the themes within it. What I'm getting at is the final pages are talking about Lisbeth hiding her self. Dressed differently and wearing a wig, thus covering up who she really is.