Rumors are swirling that the Duke of Sussex has strained his relationship with the King, leading him to abandon any plans for a follow-up to his popular book Spare.
This decision comes in the wake of perceived criticisms of Camilla in the initial novel.
Initially, there were talks of the Duke having ample material for a second book.
However, following the discord within his family depicted in the first installment, the Duke appears to be having second thoughts.
Renowned royal expert Ingrid Seward has expressed skepticism about the Duke’s prospects of penning a sequel, attributing the strained father-son relationship to public scrutiny over his marriage.
In an interview with NineHoney, Seward remarked, “The King is always occupied, his schedule is packed.
I don’t think there is any personal animosity towards the Duke.
It seems like he has distanced himself.”
Criticizing Camilla was deemed a misstep by Seward, as she believed it added no value to the book.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s detailed individual biographies on the Buckingham Palace website have been replaced by a concise 500-word joint profile.
Despite their departure from the royal family in early 2020, their revised biography begins by acknowledging their transition to non-working members of the royal household and briefly highlights their key accomplishments.
Notably, they are the only married couple within the royal family to share a single profile.
Previously, the Duchess of Sussex’s biography on the website spanned nearly 1,300 words, delving into her acting career, philanthropic endeavors, and educational background.
However, both the original and updated versions omit specifics about her family background and early life.
Presently, the couple’s shared profile features a picturesque image of them embracing on a South African beach, adorned with vibrant leis.
The revamped joint biography commences with an introduction to the Duke of Sussex, outlining his connections to the royal family, military service, establishment of the charity Centebale, and leadership of the Invictus Games.
The decision to merge their biographies signals a shift in how the Duke and Duchess are portrayed on the official royal platform, emphasizing their unity as a couple.
In light of recent developments, it appears that the Duke of Sussex’s focus has shifted away from pursuing a sequel to Spare, possibly due to strained relations within the royal family.