The Inspector Sejer is a Children's Fiction / Crime Fiction series by Karin Fossum, made up of 13 books published between 1995 and 2018. It begins with In the Darkness / Eva's Eye (1995), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Whisperer (2018), spanning 23 years of storytelling.
13books
23years active
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~1.9yrs between books
2018latest release
Inspector Sejer series: frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Inspector Sejer series?
Start with In the Darkness / Eva's Eye (1995), the first book in the Inspector Sejer series by Karin Fossum. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.
How many books are in the Inspector Sejer series?
There are 13 books in the Inspector Sejer series by Karin Fossum, published between 1995 and 2018.
What is the first book in the Inspector Sejer series?
The first book in the Inspector Sejer series is In the Darkness / Eva's Eye, published in 1995 by Karin Fossum.
What is the latest book in the Inspector Sejer series?
The most recent book in the Inspector Sejer series is The Whisperer (2018) by Karin Fossum.
About Karin Fossum
Karin Fossum (born November 6, 1954) is a Norwegian author known for her crime fiction novels and short stories. Fossum's writing career began with short stories in the late 1970s. Her breakthrough came with the 1995 novel "Evas øye" ("Eva's Eye") which introduced Inspector Konrad Sejer, her recurring protagonist. The novel won the Riverton Prize for Best Norwegian Crime Novel and launched a successful series featuring Sejer. Fossum's novels have been critically acclaimed for their psychological depth, atmospheric writing, and exploration of themes such as loneliness, grief, and the fragility of human relationships. She has won numerous awards, including the Norwegian Booksellers' Prize (1996) and the Glass Key Award (2003). Her work has been translated into over 20 languages and has gained a wide international following. Outside of her crime fiction, Fossum has also written children's books and essays on social issues.
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