Is it possible that, once in a while, someone dares to chase what seems utterly impossible—and somehow succeeds?
That question lies at the heart of Mitt Slott i Oslo, a remarkable and almost unbelievable story drawn from a reality few could ever experience today. The book follows a teenage boy from Moss who makes a bold and unthinkable decision: he travels to Oslo, walks up to the Royal Palace, and simply asks if he can live there.
What sounds like a modern fairy tale—reminiscent of Espen Askeladden—turns into reality. Through a twist of fate and a touch of extraordinary luck, the boy is granted permission to stay. The decision rests with Smith-Kielland, the royal court marshal, who hands the astonished teenager a key to a spacious, welcoming room on the ground floor of the palace.
From his window, he gazes out over Slottsplassen and the serene Dronningparken—arguably one of the most prestigious views in the heart of the city. With an official pass in his pocket, the address Drammensveien 1 becomes home not only to King Olav V, but also to a 17-year-old boy from Moss.
The contrast is staggering. Only recently, he lived a modest life in a small apartment on Refsnes, on the island of Jeløy, surrounded by his family. Now, he finds himself residing in a palace of 173 rooms, sharing space with a king, right in the bustling center of Oslo.
What unfolds next forms the foundation of this book—a vivid collection of experiences, encounters, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into life at the palace. Blending truth with storytelling, Mitt Slott i Oslo offers a rare and captivating look at how life can sometimes exceed even the wildest expectations.
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