I am a rapist and a sadistic pig,' if you get that tattoo removed I will carve it into your forehead, do you understand?

When their love was not reciprocated, it could quickly turn to violent hatred.

It did no good to cry, she had learned that early on. She had also learned that every time she tried to make someone aware of something in her life, the situation just got worse. Consequently it was up to her to solve her problems by herself, using whatever methods she deemed necessary.

Don't call me crazy.I'm a survivor. I do what I have to do to survive.

...you have no idea how mentally handicapped I could be if push comes to shove.

He felt that he had to find Salander and hold her close. She would probably bite him if he tried.

What irritated her most was that they kept brushing off her arguments with patronizing smiles, making her feel like a teenager being quizzed on her homework. Without actually uttering a single inappropriate word, they displayed towards her an attitude that was so antediluvian it was almost comical. You shouldn't worry your pretty head over complex matters, little girl.