Karin Fossum Books in Order
Karin Fossum is a renowned Norwegian author of crime fiction, celebrated as the "Norwegian queen of crime." Based in Oslo, Fossum has established a successful writing career, initially as a poet. Her debut poetry collection, published in 1974 at the age of 20, won the prestigious Tarjei Vesaas' Debutant Prize. Fossum's internationally acclaimed Inspector Konrad Sejer series of crime novels has been translated into over 16 languages, solidifying her global recognition. She has received numerous accolades, including the Glass key award for her novel "Don't Look Back," which also earned the Riverton Prize. In 2005, Fossum was shortlisted for the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger for "Calling Out For You."
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Karin Fossum
- #1AmazonIn the Darkness / Eva's Eye(1995)
- #2AmazonDon't Look Back(1996)
- #3AmazonHe Who Fears the Wolf(1997)
- #4AmazonWhen the Devil Holds the Candle(1998)
- #5AmazonCalling Out for You / The Indian Bride(2000)
- #6AmazonBlack Seconds(2002)
- #7AmazonThe Murder of Harriet Krohn(2004)
- #8AmazonThe Water's Edge(2007)
- #9AmazonBad Intentions(2008)
- #10AmazonThe Caller(2009)
- #11AmazonThe Drowned Boy(2013)
- #12AmazonHell Fire(2014)
- #13AmazonThe Whisperer(2018)
- #14AmazonFormørkelsen(2018)
- #15AmazonBakom synger døden(2021)
About Karin Fossum
Karin Fossum is a renowned Norwegian author of crime fiction, celebrated as the "Norwegian queen of crime." Based in Oslo, Fossum has established a successful writing career, initially as a poet. Her debut poetry collection, published in 1974 at the age of 20, won the prestigious Tarjei Vesaas' Debutant Prize. Fossum's internationally acclaimed Inspector Konrad Sejer series of crime novels has been translated into over 16 languages, solidifying her global recognition. She has received numerous accolades, including the Glass key award for her novel "Don't Look Back," which also earned the Riverton Prize. In 2005, Fossum was shortlisted for the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger for "Calling Out For You."
Reader Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!
Be the first to leave a review!