In the upcoming release "Endgame," journalist Omid Scobie delves into the intricate details of Prince Harry's final break with the royal family following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Scheduled for release on November 28, "Endgame" seeks to bring closure to the ongoing saga surrounding Harry and Meghan. Offering a perspective sympathetic to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Scobie paints a picture of Harry being perceived as a "threat" within the royal institution even before his marriage. The book reveals how Harry was seemingly neglected by the royal family before, during, and after the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
While the book's pre-publication in People magazine has already generated significant attention, Scobie, who previously co-authored "Finding Freedom" with Carolyn Durand, faces accusations of serving as an unofficial spokesperson for Harry and Meghan. The author, however, asserts that he lacks a close personal relationship with the couple, emphasizing that "Endgame" encompasses a broader narrative about the current state of the British royal family.
Scobie contends that the death of Queen Elizabeth II marked a turning point, widening existing cracks within the foundations of the House of Windsor. Portraying Charles III as an "unpopular" monarch, the book explores power dynamics within the royal family, including Prince William and Kate's ambition and Harry's perceived betrayal by his own kin.
The narrative unfolds with Harry receiving impersonal news of the Queen's fragile health and being instructed to travel to Balmoral Castle alone, without Meghan, due to supposed "protocol" reasons. Despite efforts to connect with other family members, Harry faced intentional alienation and ultimately opted for a private charter flight, learning about the Queen's death from a link sent by Meghan.
Upon arriving at Balmoral, Harry found himself greeted only by Princess Anne, discovering that other family members had chosen not to wait for him. Feeling ignored, he spent a night alone in the castle and, the next day, purchased a return ticket, expressing his sense of isolation.
Scobie asserts that Harry's alienation began years ago, as he was perceived as a "threat to the Crown." This sentiment existed before his marriage to Meghan but was exacerbated by his willingness to express opinions beyond the confines of the royal family, making him an "enemy within."
The strained relationship between Harry and William is described as irreparable, with William viewing his younger brother as a defector. The fallout from Harry's revelations in "In the Shadow" about disagreements on behalf of Meghan has solidified this divide.
Intriguingly, the book suggests that Harry has become a point of friction between King Charles and Queen Camilla. Whenever reconciliation is discussed, Camilla urges Charles to be mindful of the damage caused by Harry's revelations, ultimately influencing Charles to side with her in the face of familial discord.
