A review by lhodgson26
Spare by Prince Harry

emotional informative reflective sad medium-paced

4.0

 I originally didn't want to read this book out of respect for the Royal Family, however I saw a clip of one of the interviews where Harry said for years we had been drip fed an alternative reality from the Palace itself from 'Royal Sources' so he just wanted to get his view across. Whatever your opinion is on the royal family and Harry and Meghan I beg of you to read this. It is brutally honest, reflective and very sad. Not only did the Paparazzi take his mother away, his mental health, his freedom and his counrry it nearly cost him family. I am shocked that when they had to flee their security had been taken away when their address had been published. I don't understand how any father or brother can let that happen let alone be the ones associated with those responsible for helping plant the false stories. It is clear the love Harrry has for his country and his family, the most of the hatred is at the paparazzi and those who feed them. Yes there are some uncomfortable parts for Charles, William, Kate and Camilla but I bet he could have revealed a lot worse with only hinting at Camillas medelling and partoniship with the press. The fact they deliberately planted false stories when he was merely a child grieving for his mother to help shine Charles and Camilla in a positive light is truly sickening. Charles comes across quiet well and its clear William has some own issues he needs to deal with. After decades of being protrayed wrongle and used as a pawn I'm surprised it took Harry this long to share his story. Harry lost so much at such a young age including is mother and his best friend yet had to pretend he was fine and had absolutely no support to help process his trauma. I am ashamed at Britain for believing the blatant lies and encouraging the racism aimed at Meghan. Also it is not until about 2/3 of the way through is Meghan introduced there is so much before which he had to endure and was fed like a pig to slaughter multiple times. The only criticism is the level of detail which in some cases may not have been required to the reader like all the drug use but I admire his honesty. I applaud Harry for speaking out and hope this helps to silence the papers, haters and glad he is happy. 
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