A royal author suggests that Prince Harry was effectively documenting events around the time of the Queen's passing for his contentious autobiography.
Released just months after his grandmother's demise, "Spare" delved into private encounters with royal kin, divulging details of pivotal moments, including the day of the former monarch's passing.
Since its release, the memoir has exacerbated tensions within the royal family, notably straining Harry's relationship with his brother, Prince William, whom he accused of physical altercation during a heated exchange at Kensington Palace.
Robert Hardman, a respected author with insights into royal dynamics, addressed the lingering repercussions of the book's revelations, highlighting lingering trust issues, particularly felt by Prince William, over the disclosure of intimate family matters.
Speaking at the Hay Literary Festival, Hardman remarked, "It's not merely what Harry disclosed, but the act itself of revealing so many closely guarded secrets during a period of mourning. Effectively, Harry was compiling notes during the Queen's passing."
Reflecting on Charles's perspective, Hardman noted a sense of unease and sadness stemming from the strained relationship with his younger son, coupled with limited contact with his grandchildren.
Hardman elaborated, "Charles finds the situation unsettling. He desires some semblance of normalcy, albeit recognizing that a return to royal life for Harry and Meghan is improbable, and perhaps unwanted, given the circumstances."
Recent reports suggested that Harry declined an offer from his father to stay in a royal residence during his recent visit to the UK, underscoring the ongoing complexities within the family dynamic.
