The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

Based on true events, this gripping historical novel set in Norway and Sweden in 1940, follows one of the first female US Ministers, Daisy Harriman, and her niece as the two are unexpectedly caught up in the German invasion of Norway.

Cleo Jaffray was an American. A war in Europe had nothing to do with her. She told herself that right up until the man she loved went missing in Poland and Cleo was forced to turn to the only person who might be able to help-her aunt Daisy, the US Minister to Norway.

Daisy Harriman has never shied away from a challenge, be it canvassing for women's suffrage or driving Red Cross ambulances in WWI, so as only the second woman ambassador, she is determined to prove the naysayers wrong and succeed in her post. When her disgraced niece Cleo lands on her doorstep, penniless and demanding help to find her lost lover, Daisy must balance her responsibilities as a diplomat with her desire to help her family.

Their search for answers is interrupted when Germany invades Norway and the pair find themselves on the run in a countryside that is quickly becoming a battleground. Then as Daisy is given the task of escorting the Norwegian Crown Princess and her young children to America, Cleo's lover resurfaces with a story that doesn't add up and dangerous enemies on his trail.

This riveting historical novel, based on the astounding life of Daisy Harriman and a real-life royal rescue, vividly captures a desperate time and a fearless heroine.


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The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

Based on true events, this gripping historical novel set in Norway and Sweden in 1940, follows one of the first female US Ministers, Daisy Harriman, and her niece as the two are unexpectedly caught up in the German invasion of Norway.

Cleo Jaffray was an American. A war in Europe had nothing to do with her. She told herself that right up until the man she loved went missing in Poland and Cleo was forced to turn to the only person who might be able to help-her aunt Daisy, the US Minister to Norway.

Daisy Harriman has never shied away from a challenge, be it canvassing for women's suffrage or driving Red Cross ambulances in WWI, so as only the second woman ambassador, she is determined to prove the naysayers wrong and succeed in her post. When her disgraced niece Cleo lands on her doorstep, penniless and demanding help to find her lost lover, Daisy must balance her responsibilities as a diplomat with her desire to help her family.

Their search for answers is interrupted when Germany invades Norway and the pair find themselves on the run in a countryside that is quickly becoming a battleground. Then as Daisy is given the task of escorting the Norwegian Crown Princess and her young children to America, Cleo's lover resurfaces with a story that doesn't add up and dangerous enemies on his trail.

This riveting historical novel, based on the astounding life of Daisy Harriman and a real-life royal rescue, vividly captures a desperate time and a fearless heroine.


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The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

by Alix Rickloff

Narrated by Erin Bennett

Unabridged — 12 hours, 47 minutes

The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

The Last Light over Oslo: A Novel

by Alix Rickloff

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Overview

Based on true events, this gripping historical novel set in Norway and Sweden in 1940, follows one of the first female US Ministers, Daisy Harriman, and her niece as the two are unexpectedly caught up in the German invasion of Norway.

Cleo Jaffray was an American. A war in Europe had nothing to do with her. She told herself that right up until the man she loved went missing in Poland and Cleo was forced to turn to the only person who might be able to help-her aunt Daisy, the US Minister to Norway.

Daisy Harriman has never shied away from a challenge, be it canvassing for women's suffrage or driving Red Cross ambulances in WWI, so as only the second woman ambassador, she is determined to prove the naysayers wrong and succeed in her post. When her disgraced niece Cleo lands on her doorstep, penniless and demanding help to find her lost lover, Daisy must balance her responsibilities as a diplomat with her desire to help her family.

Their search for answers is interrupted when Germany invades Norway and the pair find themselves on the run in a countryside that is quickly becoming a battleground. Then as Daisy is given the task of escorting the Norwegian Crown Princess and her young children to America, Cleo's lover resurfaces with a story that doesn't add up and dangerous enemies on his trail.

This riveting historical novel, based on the astounding life of Daisy Harriman and a real-life royal rescue, vividly captures a desperate time and a fearless heroine.



Editorial Reviews

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"A riveting story set in Norway in 1940, which brilliantly captures the growing sense of menace as the Nazis take control of the country. Daisy Harriman and her niece Cleo are true originals – feisty, brave, and vulnerable at the same time. Fast-moving and vividly described, The Last Light Over Oslo is a triumph!" — Gill Paul, USA Today bestselling author

"Wonderfully atmospheric and beautifully written, The Last Light Over Oslo is the riveting story based on a real life heroine: Daisy Harriman, the U.S. Ambassador to Norway, who was charged with escorting the Norwegian Crown Princess and her young children to America to keep them safe from the invading Nazis. The Last Light Over Oslo is utterly absorbing—I could not put it down!" — Christine Wells, Internationally bestselling author of THE PARIS GOWN

"The Last Light over Oslo is a beautifully paced and written story, which introduces readers to Daisy Harriman, a historical heroine of epic proportions who revolutionized the role of ambassador in a world at war. A fabulous addition to your TBR pile!" — Bryn Turnbull 

"What a story! Daisy Harriman and her niece Cleo are just the kind of heroines I love: bold adventurers who don't lose their spirit even in the face of war. Combining the gripping tale of a royal rescue with atmospheric writing and fascinating characters, The Last Light Over Oslo speeds like an avalanche towards a thrilling conclusion." — Natasha Lester, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Orphan

"Compelling and fresh, Rickloff pulls you into the complicated lives of Cleo and Daisy, two women who don't know the meaning of the word "No", their determination and loyalty at once admirable and dangerous. A thrilling read from beginning to end." — Noelle Salazar, USA Today Bestselling author of The Roaring Days of Zora Lily

"The Last Light Over Oslo tells the true story of Daisy Harriman, the US Minister to Norway who, after the Nazis' invasion, bravely led members of the Norwegian royal family to safety. Alix Rickloff brilliantly describes the heartbreaking desperation of a country drawn into war against their will. An engrossing read! " — Elizabeth Langston, author of The Measure of Silence

“Rickloff does a phenomenal job depicting the time period and the sense of urgency as the women escape to the countryside. The Last Light Over Oslo celebrates the life of a brave American woman on the world stage during World War II.”  — Novels Alive

“The Last Light Over Oslo is a distinctive entry into the ever-growing canon of World War II fiction. The novel will appeal to readers looking for strong, atypical heroines and a unique setting.” — Historical Novels Review

Library Journal

10/18/2024

It's 1940, and the U.S. minister to Norway, Daisy Harriman, is doing her best amid growing tension between Germany and England, specifically in Norwegian waters. It doesn't take long for Hitler's forces to plow right over Norway's lack of defenses in their invasion, and Daisy is sent to relative safety in Sweden. While there, she must do what she can to keep Norway's crown princess and her children safe from harm. Meanwhile, Daisy's wayward goddaughter Cleo has shown up, looking for help locating her missing musician boyfriend Micky, last seen in Poland. Cleo is convinced that Mickey is still alive, despite all reports to the contrary, but no one believes her until she finds him herself, in Sweden, also running from the Germans. Or is he working as a spy for the Germans? Based on Harriman's real-life exploits, Rickloff's latest (following The Girls in Navy Blue) is a slow-starting historical novel that captures a perspective and setting of early World War II that's not often explored in the genre. The beginning gives way to a more exciting finish, if readers endure and remain captivated by the steadfast Daisy and the dramatic Cleo. VERDICT Purchase where WWII novels with women protagonists fly off the shelves.—Sarah Sullivan

Product Details

BN ID: 2940160153865
Publisher: HarperCollins
Publication date: 08/06/2024
Edition description: Unabridged
Sales rank: 796,679
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