In a stunning revelation about the dynamics within the royal family during the Queen's funeral, Prince Harry found himself in deep shock over Katherine's clever maneuver, while Meghan faced criticism for apparent resentment towards Kate's absence beside William.
A captivating new biography by Robert Hardman delves into the intricate details, exposing that Prince Harry was not informed of Kate's independent decision not to accompany William to Balmoral when the Queen was gravely ill in September 2022.
The biography unfolds the story, revealing that Kate's decision was driven by the needs of her three children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—who were starting a new school term. Unbeknownst to Harry, Kate chose to stay at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, believing it was crucial for at least one parent to be with the children while Prince William rushed to Scotland with other family members. The Queen's preferences, discouraging a queue of family members at her bedside, are also highlighted in the book.
The narrative contrasts Kate's thoughtful decision with Harry and Meghan's seemingly self-centered actions, as depicted in Harry's Memoir, where he claimed to text William about travel arrangements but received no reply. The book suggests that the brothers' strained relationship and lingering tension from the Sussexes' betrayal made it an inappropriate moment for a difficult conversation. Harry's subsequent rage at his father over Meghan, revealed in his Memoir, underscores the deep-seated tensions within the family.
The biography portrays a family grappling with personal dynamics amidst the somber backdrop of the Queen's passing, exposing contrasting approaches to duty and family. While Kate prioritized her children's needs, Meghan and Harry appeared preoccupied with their grievances, interpreting decisions as privileges denied to them.
Meanwhile, Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle is expected to follow in the footsteps of her husband Prince Harry in writing a memoir. PR expert Lin Carrat expressed to the Mirror that King Charles and the royal family would be saddened by Meghan Markle's possible memoir. Despite claims of reconciliation between Prince Harry and King Charles, Carrat believes that each release of stories by Harry and Meghan sets back the father-son relationship. The looming memoir adds another layer to the complexities within the royal family, raising concerns about the potential reactions from King Charles and other senior members.
As the family navigates through these challenges, the dynamics continue to shift, with the biographical revelations shedding light on the intricacies of their relationships and the ongoing saga surrounding Meghan and Harry's interactions with the royal institution.