Mission to Oslo: Dancing with the Queen, Dealmaking with the Russians, Shaping History by Tom Loftus

"Mission to Oslo" is a delightful book and a unique look into understanding the duties and machinations involved in the life of an American ambassador... not only does it give us an insight into a complicated job, but it gives us a better understanding of an important time in American and world history... Loftus' sense of humor and his renowned wit are very much in evidence..."

-Dave Zweifel, The Capital Times

"This wonderfully engaging memoir is by a diplomat-politician with an exceptional feel for both callings. Taking us into the room when kings are met, a president is cajoled, and sensitive international diplomatic deals are made, Loftus uses his wry storytelling gift to create a rollicking good journey and compelling tale of a fascinating career."

- Peter Ross Range, author and journalist who covered international affairs for Time and U.S. News & World Report

"Your wry sense of humor shines throughout. So well written. How things really work on the ground in an embassy. I would assign it in a heartbeat for my diplomacy course at Occidental."

- Ambassador Derek Shearer, former ambassador to Finland and professor of diplomacy at Occidental College

"Dear Tom, Thank you for sharing with me the Lillehammer Winter Olympics chapter of your memoir. Nice job! I so enjoyed reading and remembering my visit during your time as ambassador. Thank you for sharing it with me, and good luck with the book."

- Hillary Clinton, first lady and former secretary of state

"Tom Loftus provides a fascinating, day-by-day account of what it's like to represent U.S. interests abroad as an ambassador. From high calorie banquets to high stakes diplomacy (sometimes the same thing), Loftus makes the life of an ambassador come alive on the page with engaging wit, profound insight, and committed patriotism. It's a book that will make Americans proud and Norwegians happy, and what's a better combination than that?!"

Kevin Reilly, President University of Wisconsin System, 2004 - 2014. Poet and teacher of Irish Studies.