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Spare

By: Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex
Narrated by: Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex
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It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother's coffin as the world watched in sorrow-and horror. As Princess Diana was laid to rest, billions wondered what Prince William and Prince Harry must be thinking and feeling-and how their lives would play out from that point on.

For Harry, this is that story at last.

Before losing his mother, twelve-year-old Prince Harry was known as the carefree one, the happy-go-lucky Spare to the more serious Heir. Grief changed everything. He struggled at school, struggled with anger, with loneliness-and, because he blamed the press for his mother's death, he struggled to accept life in the spotlight.

At twenty-one, he joined the British Army. The discipline gave him structure, and two combat tours made him a hero at home. But he soon felt more lost than ever, suffering from post-traumatic stress and prone to crippling panic attacks. Above all, he couldn't find true love.

Then he met Meghan. The world was swept away by the couple's cinematic romance and rejoiced in their fairy-tale wedding. But from the beginning, Harry and Meghan were preyed upon by the press, subjected to waves of abuse, racism, and lies. Watching his wife suffer, their safety and mental health at risk, Harry saw no other way to prevent the tragedy of history repeating itself but to flee his mother country. Over the centuries, leaving the Royal Family was an act few had dared. The last to try, in fact, had been his mother...

For the first time, Prince Harry tells his own story, chronicling his journey with raw, unflinching honesty. A landmark publication, Spare is full of insight, revelation, self-examination, and hard-won wisdom about the eternal power of love over grief.

©2023 Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex (P)2023 Penguin Audio
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Well worth waiting for

Before this book came out and it was so much rumors about how Harry trashed his family i told myself that I will NOT buy this book. But I bought it and I was overwhelmed. Harry speak about his life and how it has been for him. It is not about who he is, what kind of family he comes from etc. Harry has really not had an easy life with his mother's death, his father's mistress and life as a royal. He has always come in second hand, even been questioned if King Charles is his father or not.
Harry is speaking openly about his life and how everything has been. I admire Harry for openly talks about how his life has been with all the tragedies and rumors. I do not regret getting this book and Harry has opened up my eyes and put back the respect for him as a person, not as royal. And when I now chat with him online then I get to know him better and what he is going through right now. Harry, You can have my shoulder to cry on. Love you, darling

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Great 👍

it's great to hear his side to everything. just like his mum. the royal family don't tell the truth. Good for you Harry

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Harry you are a fantastic writer!

You can’t fault his writing in this book. Such a beautiful, easy read and I found myself clock watching at work just so I could finish and get back to the ‘story’. Very interesting, and I felt thoughtfully written too…on all aspects. Really impressed and I do feel for Harry and now understand a little bit further x

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THE dusty curtain is lifted at last. Excellent👍

I waited for the tabloid press to trash this book and try to influence us all.
Well they don’t influence the British public that easily. The book is Excellent. Harry tells the truth. He blows away the facade carefully crafted by the palace. I hope this young man finds peace. I would not have swapped places with him for all the royal money in the world. Moreover, after listening to this, I don’t think many would.

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King of the Gingers 👑

This is very well written, poetic descriptions and wonderfully spoken. Some real laugh out loud moments and some heart wrenching lip-wobbling tales.
His humanity, and that of his family, has shone through as bright as the sun.

The hate this has received in the press is completely unwarranted.

His mother would be SO SO proud of him, always ❤️🍀

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An amazing insight

I’ve always been a fan of Harry and Megan. This book honestly reveals the inner truth of a man whose voice was suppressed by no fault of his. We don’t choose the family we are born into but we can decide for ourselves the lives we choose to lead no matter our family ties. I’m glad he wrote this and I’m even happier I read it. Well done Harry and thank you for sharing your truth!

An insightful read.

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Disturbing- they have done the right thing

The institution threw Harry and Meghan under the bus. The haters are brainwashed by the press and should read this to at least hear the other side. Good on you Harry for telling your truth, hope you and your family stay happy and safe. Nice voice for narration too, not too posh at all. I devoured the entire audiobook in 2 days.

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Very Enlightening

Beautiful so well written and so descriptive. So sad to loose your beautiful mom at such young age. So happy you’ve found love and a beautiful family of your own.

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Harry and Meghan- A love story

honestly i cried laughter and felt such empathy for Harry and his wife. The british media public and royal family have a hell of alot to answer for! God bless you darling, Mummy would be very proud of you Harry. As a mother I certainly am. Enjoy your beautiful life

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From the horses mouth

Regardless of what the media say, Harry has something to say & I’m glad I’m able to listen “from the horses mouth” as it were. Harry has earnt the right to tell his story and I’m glad to have the opportunity to listen to it.

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