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  • Charles III

  • New King. New Court. The Inside Story.
  • By: Robert Hardman
  • Narrated by: Robert Hardman
  • Length: 14 hrs and 5 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (25 ratings)

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Charles III

By: Robert Hardman
Narrated by: Robert Hardman
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Read by the author, Robert Hardman.

By acclaimed royal biographer and author of Queen of Our Times, Robert Hardman, Charles III is a brilliant account of a tumultuous period in British history, full of intriguing insider detail and the real stories behind the sadness, the dazzling pomp, the challenges and the triumphs as Charles III sets out to make his mark.

How would – or could – he fill the shoes of the record-breaking Elizabeth II? With fresh debates about the monarchy, political upheavals and a steady flow of damning headlines unleashed by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Charles could not afford to put a foot wrong. Hardman draws on unrivalled access to the Royal Family, friends of the King and Queen, key officials and courtiers, plus unpublished royal papers, to chart the transition from those emotionally charged days following the death of the late Queen all through that make or break first year on the throne.

This book also reveals how Charles III is determined to move ahead at speed, the vital role played by Queen Camilla, the King’s relationships with his sons and the rest of his family, his plans for reforming the monarchy and how he is taking his place on the world stage.

Charles III is a fascinating portrait of a hard-working, modern monarch, determined to remain true to himself and to his Queen, to make a difference, to weather the storms – and, what’s more, to enjoy it.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Robert Hardman (P)2023 Macmillan Publishers International Limited

Critic Reviews

He did it with Elizabeth II and now he has done it again with Charles III. Robert Hardman is the unsurpassed grand master when it comes to the inside story of the modern monarchy. Full of surprises and glorious detail (Andrew Roberts, author of George III: The Life and Reign of Britain's Most Misunderstood Monarch)
A superb, fascinating account of the new King, his court and the first year of his reign. Elegantly written by the most authoritative of royal historians writing today, it is deeply researched, impeccably sourced and filled with scoops and new details. This is the definitive book (Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The Romanovs)
With impressive access to the royal family, Robert Hardman offers an insider account of the first year of King Charles III’s reign (The Independent)

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I almost sent it back

The description of the funeral Queen Elizabeth was very moving.
I found the narration very boring and flat

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Love Charlie

I loved this book, full of amazing facts, brilliantly written and superbly spoken by the author. Love the monarchy and love this book, makes you proud to be British. Looking forward to listening to one written about the Queen.


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Quite an insight

I enjoyed this insight into King Charles’ first year. I admire him very much and expect him to be a real asset. Thank you for this book.

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Amazing detail

l love the incredible detail and team work it takes to pull off these amazing royal events. It would be a sad day indeed if it ever come to an end.

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A celebration and a window into the coronation

Loved it. a wonderful celebration of the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camila that shares behind the scenes of both their coronation and that of his mother HLMQ. the book is beautifully personal and rich is history. A walk through the history and traditions of the British Royal Family, the aristocracy, parliament and the British people. a joy to listen to, and share in the experience.

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Fascinating and informative.

This was an enjoyable book. It was straightforward, well informed, well written, and interesting. An easy listen.

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Fantastic insights and interesting information

I have really enjoyed listening to what it has been like for KC in his first year. I’m so off Harry and wanted to find out the truth from. QEII staff. They miss her greatly. If you’re a Royalist you will like it. Fantastic insights and interesting information. I have enjoyed the writing style and the author is very well versed.

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Royal bliss!

Expertly narrated and conveyed. All of those memories from the late monarch coupled with behind the scenes stories of our new heir and the Royal family. I loved it so much that I played it a normal speed on Apple CarPlay! BZ Robert Hardman, this book is superb.

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Enjoyable listen

If you are a royalist or not this is a great listen, it brings a lot of the truth around situations that the media have blown out of proportion or down right lied about. Shows the commitment of one person to their mother and support he shows all of his family in all situations. The narrator is very good except for when he tries to put in some different voices, it’s a wee bit weird. Overall great book and I highly recommend it.

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Only for Royal tragics

Well written and read, but soooo boring. Unless you're really interested in the minutiae of the Coronation and other details of Charles 111's ascension, I wouldn't bother. Nothing about behind the scene dramas.

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