Review of
Instaread Summary of Game of Crowns Elizabeth, Camilla, Kate, and the Throne by
Christopher Andersen
Five out of five stars
Even if you are
not a close follower of the House of Windsor, that would be me, this summary
will generate some interest in the British Royal Family. Any student of history
understands that manipulations by relatives to acquire an occupied throne has
happened many times. The only real difference with the modern Windsors is that
much of what is being done is publicly known and assassination is no longer
practiced.
With Queen
Elizabeth reaching her ninetieth birthday, it is clear that she will likely not
occupy the throne much longer. Prince Charles is of course the next in the line
of succession, but his very public split with beloved Princess Diana and liaison
with Camilla has made him unpopular with the public. Third in line Prince
William is very popular with the public, many consider him the savior of the
British monarchy.
This summary is
an excellent synopsis of the ability of the House of Windsor to adapt to
changing conditions and the current machinations that are taking place between
the principals. Many will find the manipulations of Prince William’s wife Kate
to be the most interesting point in the summary. There is also mention of the
actions of Kate’s mother in trying to get her married to William.
The summary is
well written, people that follow the British Royal Family will no doubt be
strongly influenced to acquire and read the book. Andersen is a very
experienced author, so while his sources are generally not primary, the reader
is convinced that the information about the Windsors is accurate.
This book was made available for free for review
purposes
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