Royal commentator Lady Colin Campbell has released an updated edition of her controversial book, levelling the heaviest accusations yet, asserting that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have caused a disaster and weakened the standing of the Commonwealth.

London, UK – The fires of controversy surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have ignited once more in the United Kingdom following the release of the latest edition of Lady Colin Campbell’s book, Meghan and Harry: The Real Story (2024 updated version), which hit UK shelves on April 4, 2024.

The book, described as a “strikingly forthright analysis” of the Sussex couple’s actions, immediately triggered a torrent of harsh criticism, particularly for its direct accusation that Harry and Meghan are “damaging the Commonwealth.”

The Accusation: A ‘Disaster’ Driven by Ambition

Lady Colin Campbell, a royal commentator known for her strong opinions, asserts in the book that she has “meticulously examined” all of the couple’s behaviour since their departure as senior working royals.

The core accusation revolves around Meghan’s ambition allegedly leading Prince Harry, whom Campbell describes as a “vulnerable male,” astray, causing a “disaster” for the monarchy.

“Their behaviour is irresponsible,” Campbell writes. “They exhibited profound contemptuousness for practices built up by a treasured institution over a millennium.”

The book raises the issue that the couple’s focus on building their personal “brand” and pursuing the “empowering lure of fame and fortune” has led to inevitable clashes with the Monarchy’s traditional values, and more critically, undermined the bond between the Royal Family and the Commonwealth.

Reaction and Impact

The Commonwealth is a global network of 56 member states, mostly former territories of the British Empire, with Queen Elizabeth II (previously) and now King Charles III serving as the symbolic head. Harry and Meghan’s role was once expected to breathe new life into the organisation, but their departure has been viewed by many, including Campbell, as a major blow.

Campbell’s book once again delves into the complex relationship between American and British culture, accusing the couple of failing to reconcile these two extremes.

Although Lady Colin Campbell is a perpetually controversial figure often criticized by Sussex fans as being “biased,” her book has nevertheless attracted widespread attention, particularly given the ongoing tension in Harry’s relationship with the Royal Family. Meghan and Harry: The Real Story is not merely a biography; it is a public indictment, calling upon the public and palace insiders to reassess the full impact of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s actions.

To date, Prince Harry and Meghan have not issued any official comment regarding the allegations made in the book.