King Charles rejects criticism in new book by Princess Diana's brother

Buckingham Palace has formally dismissed the criticisms of King Charles III presented in a new memoir by Earl Charles Spencer, the younger brother of the late Princess Diana. The book, released this week, revisits Spencer’s long‑standing grievances against the monarch, portraying Charles as a “failed husband” and “inadequate father” to Diana’s children. In a brief statement, the palace said the work “contains numerous factual inaccuracies and personal attacks that do not reflect the truth of the King’s character or his service to the nation.”

Spencer, who has been a vocal opponent of Charles since the 1990s, draws on personal recollections and previously unpublished correspondence to bolster his claims. The memoir arrives amid renewed public interest in the royal family’s internal dynamics, following recent documentaries and anniversary retrospectives of Diana’s life. Critics of the book note that Spencer’s perspective is colored by his familial ties and past disputes, while supporters argue that his insider view offers a rare glimpse into the private tensions that have shaped the modern monarchy.

The palace’s rejection underscores the ongoing sensitivity surrounding the late princess’s legacy and the royal household’s efforts to manage its public image. As the book circulates, analysts expect further debate over the balance between historical accountability and the protection of personal reputations within the British monarchy.