The Secrets of Royalty

 

Thelma Morgan, twin sister of Gloria Vanderbilt, was married to a Viscount, but after their child was born the marriage became formal rather than intimate. Then Thelma met Edward, Prince of Wales. They had a four year romance, but marriage was out of the question because Edward didn’t want to marry a divorced American.

When Gloria Vanderbilt becomes involved in a bitter custody battle over “little” Gloria, Thelma decides she must go to the states to support her sister. She’s reluctant to leave Edward, but her good friend Wallis Simpson tells her she’ll take care of him.

The story shifts between Thelma’s marriage, her affair with Edward, and the Vanderbilt trial. I didn’t find it hard to follow. I though the author did a good job keeping the story moving and bringing the characters to life.

Although the book is historical fiction, the story sticks closely to the facts. Where this is not the case, the author tells us. I found the book very enjoyable. If you like seeing behind the curtain of the lives of the rich and famous, this is a good read.

I received this book from Harlequin for this review.