Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made a significant investment in their attempt to revive their media careers.

The couple has reportedly paid millions for the film rights to the romance novel “Meet Me at the Lake” by Carly Fortune.

Initially, it was believed that Harry and Meghan had personally acquired the rights to the book, which shares similarities with their own personal story, including a character who loses a parent in a car accident.

However, it has since been revealed that Netflix is the one financing the adaptation through the couple’s production company, Arch Royal Productions.

This deal comes at a crucial time for the couple, as they have recently faced setbacks in their professional endeavors.

They were dropped by Spotify, and rumors about troubles in their relationship continue to circulate.

According to PR expert Mark Bukowski, this move can be seen as a desperate and expensive attempt to resurrect their media careers.

Bukowski argues that the couple overpaid for the rights to the book, highlighting their lack of experience in drama or producing significant content.

While they have been successful in monetizing their personal dramas, their track record in the entertainment industry remains unproven.

Interestingly, Bukowski suggests that the publisher of Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” may have played a role in this deal.

Both books were published by Penguin Random House, indicating a potential connection between Meghan and Carly Fortune.

It appears that Fortune, a self-proclaimed Meghan fan who avidly watched the Duchess in the legal drama series “Suits” and even woke up at 4am to witness the Royal Wedding in 2018, has built her career around supporting the Sussexes.

Bukowski emphasizes the urgency for Harry and Meghan to salvage their media careers, considering their previous failed deals and business ventures.

He notes that the couple, with no prior production experience, must take action following a series of scandalous incidents, including a highly publicized car chase in New York City.

However, Bukowski questions why an author would entrust their bestselling book to a couple known for their controversial reputation as “Grifters.”

Adding to the skepticism, Camilla Tomini from The Telegraph suggests that Harry and Meghan’s chances of success in Hollywood are dwindling.

According to a Reddit user named SecondhandCoke, there is only a 5% likelihood that the film will actually be made.

While the book has been optioned, there has been no official announcement from Netflix regarding its production.

This leads some to believe that the couple’s involvement is merely a PR strategy, with Archewell Productions being credited as the real producers.

The doubts extend further, with industry insiders claiming that Netflix may be distancing itself from the couple, and even the future of the Invictus project being uncertain.

Even if the film does come to fruition, there are concerns about its quality.

Many believe that it is destined to disappoint, considering the couple’s lack of credibility and the skepticism surrounding their brand.

It is clear that they have faced challenges in securing serious partnerships within the industry, and their reputation has suffered as a result.

Additionally, their decision to announce this deal during a strike has reportedly angered many people, further hindering their progress.

Looking back at their history, it becomes apparent that several past projects involving Harry and Meghan have failed to materialize.

This film may follow suit, as doubts persist about the couple’s ability to attract genuine interest and collaboration.

Their brand, once highly valued, now seems to hold little worth.