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A Royal Duty

By: Paul Burrell
Narrated by: Paul Burrell
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Summary
 In A Royal Duty, Paul Burrell reveals the truth about Princess Diana - and presents a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called 'my rock' and 'the only man I can trust'. He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant - and may be the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years. Politics & Activism Royalty
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Paul Burrell may have landed one of the most curious jobs in hospitality. Princess Diana, still young and uncertain of her path, relied on paid help while navigating insecurities about her future. Safekeeping, of course, is something the Palace has established protocols for, ensuring historic items are properly stored. Burrell seemed to misinterpret his role, blurring family boundaries and overstepping where better advice might have guided him. He came across as a dull man linked to a luminous figure. In the end, it felt more like naivety than malice, and there were no winners.

Boundaries…

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In my opinion this is a self-promoter who exaggerates his closeness to his employer. Ponderous. Stuck it out for 8 hours but could take no more. Regret the purchase.

I should have known

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I highly recommend this book to everyone. It is a fascinating and insightful story about the behind closed doors relationship between a Princess and her servant who became her closest friend and confidante. I felt like I was there with them both as they together and individually encounter and deal with challenges brought about by their lifestyle and unusual situations. I will probably listen to this book more than once and seek out any others written by the same author. Thank you for giving me an enjoyable and compelling look into your life and telling us how it really was. Hopefully history will be correct as a result of the author’s efforts.

Fascinating and Insightful

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The narrator makes reference to the Dr Victor Chang Institute in Australia raises funds and awareness for HIV….this is incorrect and is for Cardiac Foundation.

Not bad!

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What did you like most about A Royal Duty?

Gives a real insight into Princess Diana's life and that of the Royal Family

Which character – as performed by Paul Burrell – was your favourite?

Just awesome

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Couldn't stop listening but have to work, sleep etc

Fantastic insightful

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