A royal expert states Prince Harry’s criticisms will not help any reconciliation efforts.

Harry criticised Camilla in his book Spare (Image: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s explosive reaction to fresh criticism about their dealings with the Royal Family risks damaging an already fragile relationship even further, an expert has claimed. The backlash was sparked by bombshell claims in a new royal book by Tom Bower, including the allegation that Queen Camilla once accused Meghan of “brainwashing” her now husband.

According to royal expert Ingrid Seward, in light of Harry’s recent attempts to build bridges with his family, including hopes that the King will play a pivotal role in next year’s Invictus Games, responding to criticisms won’t help matters.

She said: “While I don’t think Camilla will care very much, fuelling the fire isn’t going to help his relationship with his father, is it?”

Speaking to New! Magazine, Ms Seward added: “Either it is true, or it’s so preposterous it doesn’t bear thinking about. But either way, the royal family will keep quiet and not get involved, while Harry will remain furious.

She also added that Camilla and Harry never shared a strong bond. Ms Seward added: “I don’t think there is a relationship between Harry and Camilla at this point.

“In the beginning, Camilla just tried not to interfere with their lives, which was her way of being a good stepmother, and I think it was absolutely right. She knew they wouldn’t have particularly fond feelings toward her because, in their minds, it was because of her that their mother was so unhappy.”

Despite Harry and Meghan’s damning words in the past, the publication of Tom’s latest book triggered the couple to hit back with a blistering statement via their team.

“This is someone who has publicly stated, ‘the monarchy in fact depends on actually obliterating the Sussexes from our state of life,’ language that speaks for itself,” it read.