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Besieged

Norwegian title: Beleiret

Besieged is the seventh book in the historical drama series Promises in the Sand by Elisabeth Hammer.

Amalie and Mr. Wickfall have finally found security in their love for each other and are enjoying life as husband and wife. But external forces threaten their happiness. In the late summer of 1807, the British besiege Copenhagen. They intend to attack the city unless the Dano-Norwegian realm hands over all the ships in its grand fleet. Wickfall is in despair, knowing that the Crown Prince is obstinate and will never yield. He therefore attempts to send Amalie out of the city, but fails—and there is nowhere to hide. Soon, Amalie is exposed to new dangers as incendiary bombs rain down upon the capital.

Jacob has been forced to leave Marte behind in Christiansand. When he returns to Copenhagen, the city is surrounded by enemies, and he is thrown straight into the hostilities of war. As a result, he is unable to help Marte when she encounters his father once again and must handle the consequences of a brutal confrontation.

Material available

  • ✓ Synopsis & author CV
  • ✓ Full manuscript (Norwegian)
  • ✓ Sample translation on request

Original publisher

Cappelen Damm

Publication

2026

Length

336 pages

Format

Paperback

Genre

UpLit

Foreign rights

Sold to 1 territory

  • Denmarkcontract signed 2026Straarup & Co.

Series

Løfter i sand

7 titles in this series

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