Tom Bower’s book about Meghan Markle continues to shape discussion around the Duchess of Sussex, not only because of the claims it contains, but because of the wider debate it reopened about the royal family, media narratives, and public trust. Published in 2022, the book drew global attention for its detailed examination of Meghan’s rise from Hollywood actress to senior royal, and for presenting a version of events that sharply differed from the image many viewers had seen in interviews, documentaries, and public appearances. Bower, a longtime British investigative writer known for unauthorized biographies of prominent figures, framed his reporting around the idea that powerful public personalities should face scrutiny. In this case, he focused on Meghan’s early career, her public ambitions, her relationship with Prince Harry, and the internal tensions that reportedly developed after she entered royal life. The result was a highly controversial account that quickly became part of...