In his new book, Endgame, Omid Scobie leaves no member of the royal family unscathed, except for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
The question is, why?
This intriguing revelation comes to light in an article by Hilary Rose in The Times.
Rose’s headline perfectly captures the anticipation surrounding Scobie’s book, which promises to unearth shocking revelations about the royal family.
Rose commends Scobie’s writing style, noting his clever use of sarcasm and his ability to captivate readers.
She also points out the obvious – that it was Harry and Meghan who provided him with the information, making it clear why they remain unscathed in his critique.
Endgame is meant to cover the entire royal family, but Rose suggests that it primarily focuses on the Sussexes and their quest for a peaceful life in Montecito.
She highlights the irony of Meghan claiming to want to distance herself from the royal soap opera, considering her own past as a soap opera actress.
It seems Meghan now considers herself above such drama.
Rose also sheds light on Scobie’s questionable denials of collaboration with the Sussexes, which were later proven false in court.
She reveals that Meghan had written briefing notes for an aide who was meeting with Scobie during the writing of Finding Freedom.
This covert communication raises doubts about Scobie’s claim of independence in his work.
The article delves into Scobie’s treatment of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in his book.
It suggests that the subtitle of the book could be “Kate Gets a Kicking.”
According to Scobie, Kate supposedly talked more about Meghan than to her and is portrayed as someone who is afraid to do anything other than smile for the cameras.
Rose finds this accusation odd, as smiling for photographers is part of Kate’s job as a public figure.
Rose counters Scobie’s claims by stating that everyone, except Meghan, describes Catherine as down-to-earth, warm, and easy to relate to.
She points out that Catherine’s ease in engaging with people can be seen in photos from her engagements.
It is only Meghan who seems to have a problem with her, and for good reason.
Scobie’s book takes a critical stance towards the rest of the royal family, accusing them of deception, malice, and defensive posturing.
Rose questions the validity of these claims, as it is Harry and Meghan who have caused the most damage to themselves through their actions.
The rest of the family has endured constant attacks without retaliating.
Furthermore, Scobie praises Meghan and Harry for their involvement in school runs, but Rose reminds readers that it is William and Catherine who actually perform this duty.
There is no evidence to suggest that Meghan and Harry even have children.
The article also addresses Scobie’s assertion that Catherine has suppressed her authentic self, becoming an enigma to the public.
Rose argues that this is not necessarily a negative trait for someone who is destined to be queen.
Catherine may still have a strong sense of self privately, but as a public figure, maintaining an air of mystery is crucial.
Rose dismisses Scobie’s claim that Charles worried about Prince Andrew’s mental health, suggesting that Prince Andrew’s self-pity is the only thing he truly suffers from.
While Scobie may have a point about the monarchy needing to appeal to young people, Rose believes that young people eventually grow up and develop an interest in the institution.
The article concludes by questioning the motives behind Meghan and Harry’s actions.
If they truly believed that the end of the monarchy was near, why would they cling to their titles and desperately seek prince and princess titles for their children?
Rose suggests that their behavior stems from a sense of regret and a desire to find a way back into the royal family.
However, after years of trashing the institution, there seems to be no path for their return.
In summary, Scobie’s book promises to expose shocking revelations about the royal family, with the exception of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
However, Hilary Rose’s article casts doubt on the credibility of Scobie’s claims, highlighting the inconsistencies and questionable motives behind his work.
It remains to be seen whether this book will have any impact on the public’s perception of the royal family.