The British royal family could be bracing for yet another intense media storm. According to a new and startling claim from royal experts, Prince Harry may be preparing to publish a second book, potentially timed to coincide with major transitions within the monarchy — including the decline of King Charles’ health and the eventual ascension of Prince William to the throne. If true, the revelation could ignite fresh controversy in a royal household already fractured by years of tension, scandal, and estrangement, sending ripples across the United Kingdom and beyond.
A Strained Relationship Despite Public Appearances
Prince Harry’s relationship with his father, King Charles III, has long been on shaky ground. While the Duke of Sussex made a brief appearance at his father’s coronation in May 2023, it was little more than a symbolic gesture. He attended alone, remained for just over 24 hours, and returned swiftly to California — a clear sign that the rift remains deep, and that the family’s internal struggles are far from resolved.
Despite stepping back from royal duties in 2020 alongside Meghan Markle, Harry’s presence at the coronation had been viewed by many as a moment of potential reconciliation. But insiders report that the icy atmosphere at Westminster Abbey told a different story entirely. “It was duty, not affection,” one royal observer noted. “The bond between father and son has thinned to formalities. Any warmth was barely perceptible.”
Operation Menai Bridge: Preparing for the Future
As the monarch’s health has reportedly weakened, preparations for the future — codenamed Operation Menai Bridge — are already underway. This confidential plan outlines the procedures following King Charles’ death and the transition of power to Prince William, covering every detail from ceremonial matters to the management of state affairs.
Though the Palace has publicly downplayed speculation about Charles’ condition, insiders suggest that the King’s workload has noticeably decreased. Several public engagements have been postponed, and certain ceremonial duties have been delegated to other members of the family, signaling a shift toward careful management of both appearances and responsibilities.
For Harry, this moment presents both an emotional and moral crossroads. Sources close to the Sussexes claim he still harbors hope for reconciliation, but his previous actions — particularly the explosive 2023 memoir, Spare — continue to cast a long shadow, complicating potential paths forward.
The Fallout of Spare
When Spare was released, it sent shockwaves through Buckingham Palace and the wider world. The memoir painted a raw, unfiltered picture of life inside the royal family — from Harry’s grief over Princess Diana’s death to his fraught relationship with William, and his deep-seated resentment toward the institution that had shaped him from birth.
King Charles was reportedly “deeply hurt” by the portrayal, especially by Harry’s depiction of him as emotionally distant. The late Queen Elizabeth II was said to have urged her grandson not to publish the book, warning him that “once words are printed, they can never be taken back.”
Despite the controversy, Spare became one of the fastest-selling non-fiction books in publishing history, moving more than 3.2 million copies in its first week alone. Yet the personal cost was significant. Since then, the relationship between Harry and his father has remained “frosty at best,” according to royal insiders, with tensions quietly simmering under the surface.
New Speculation: A Second Book?
Now, a new wave of speculation suggests that Prince Harry may not yet be finished telling his story. Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield made headlines after revealing on her show, Kinsey Schofield Unfiltered, that the Duke might be planning a second memoir — potentially to be released after King Charles’ health deteriorates or following William’s eventual ascension to the throne.
“He might write about his family once more,” Schofield claimed. “I think Harry believes there’s still more to say — especially about what happens after his father weakens and William becomes king. There are chapters of his life that the public hasn’t fully heard yet.”
This revelation has sent royal watchers into a frenzy. Given the impact of Spare, another tell-all could reopen old wounds, permanently tarnishing the fragile relationships that remain and making reconciliation even less likely.
The Palace Responds with Silence
So far, Buckingham Palace has maintained its characteristic silence — a strategy long employed when handling controversies related to Harry and Meghan. Yet insiders hint that this time, the response could be far less forgiving.
Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond warned that any second memoir aimed at the monarchy could be catastrophic. “If he went there again,” she cautioned, “then the response would be a dignified silence — followed by the unmistakable sound of the Palace doors slamming shut forever.”
Bond added that while Harry’s first book was framed as a personal journey and emotional closure, a sequel would likely be perceived as a deliberate act of betrayal. “He’s said his piece,” she remarked. “He vented his anger, shared his truth, and accepted the consequences. Reopening old wounds will only confirm the worst fears of those who think he can’t move on.”
Would Harry Really Do It?
Not everyone agrees that Harry would risk deepening the divide. Some royal experts speculate that if a new publication happens, it may instead focus on his charitable work, the Invictus Games, or fatherhood rather than family grievances.
“Harry could easily pivot,” Bond said. “A book about leadership, resilience, or healing would make sense — especially as he continues to shape his identity outside the monarchy.”
Yet others believe the commercial success of Spare may be too tempting to ignore. “Publishers know the power of royal scandal,” one media analyst noted. “If Harry wanted to double his fortune overnight, another memoir about life behind palace walls would certainly achieve that.”
A Fragile Peace
Earlier this year, after news of King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, Harry reportedly flew to London for a brief visit. Sources indicated that the meeting lasted less than an hour and was described as “cordial.” Despite public hopes, no meaningful reconciliation occurred.
Still, the visit sparked rumors that Harry might consider returning to royal duties in a limited capacity should his father’s condition worsen. Those close to Prince William, however, have dismissed that possibility entirely. “There’s no path back for him,” a royal insider told The Telegraph. “Too much has already been said, and the damage is deep.”
The Future of the Royal Family
As King Charles’ health remains under careful watch, royal observers note that the monarchy’s stability increasingly depends on unity — something that has been elusive in recent years.
If Harry releases another memoir, it could permanently reshape public perception of Britain’s royal institution — shifting the narrative from one of enduring tradition to that of a fractured family struggling under global scrutiny.
For now, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue their lives in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, focusing on media ventures and philanthropic work. Yet the shadow of royal drama continues to follow them across the Atlantic, reminding the world that even in exile, their actions ripple worldwide.
The Final Word
Prince Harry’s first memoir offered the public a front-row seat to the pressures, politics, and personal struggles of royal life. Whether he chooses to revisit those wounds in a second book remains unknown.
As one royal aide put it bluntly: “If Harry opens that door again, he won’t find anyone waiting on the other side.”
For a monarchy already tested by time, illness, and scandal, another book could mark the final chapter in a story that has been unraveling for decades, forever altering the legacy of Britain’s most scrutinized family.