The Drowned Boy is a crime novel written by Norwegian author Karin Fossum. Its part of her Inspector Konrad Sejer series, which revolves around the investigations of Inspector Sejer, a detective in a small Norwegian town. In The Drowned Boy, the story begins with the tragic death of a young child, found drowned in a pond. Inspector Sejer is tasked with unraveling the mystery behind the boys death, uncovering the secrets and complexities of the community in the process. Fossums novels are known for their psychological depth, intricate character development, and exploration of the human condition within the context of crime and mystery.