Prince Harry and Meghan Slam Tom Bower's Book as Deranged Conspiracy.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have strongly condemned author Tom Bower's new book, describing it as 'deranged conspiracy and melodrama' that represents a dangerous crossing from legitimate criticism into unhealthy fixation.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Associated Press LONDON — In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, Harry and Meghan said author Tom Bower “has long crossed the line from criticism into fixation”

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The couple issued their response through a statement that accused Bower of having 'long crossed the line from criticism into fixation' and constructing elaborate theories about people he 'does not know and has never met.'

Their statement specifically highlighted Bower's language as speaking for itself, particularly his claim that 'the monarchy in fact depends on actually obliterating the Sussexes from our state of life.'

The couple drew a clear distinction between factual reporting and what they characterized as sensational conspiracy theories, suggesting that readers seeking truth would 'look elsewhere' while those interested in 'deranged conspiracy and melodrama know exactly where to find him.'

The controversial extracts from Bower's book, published in the Times of London, contained several explosive claims about the royal family dynamics.

Among the most damaging allegations was that Queen Camilla once told a friend Meghan had 'brainwashed' her husband, suggesting the Duchess of Sussex had manipulated Harry against his family.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Associated Press LONDON — In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, Harry and Meghan said author Tom Bower “has long crossed the line from criticism into fixation”

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The extracts also claimed that Prince William and his wife Catherine 'evidently saw Meghan as a threat rather than an ally' during the period when tensions escalated between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family.

These revelations came at a particularly sensitive time as they preceded the Sussexes' decision to leave Britain for the United States, indicating the book's focus on the internal conflicts that led to their departure from royal duties.

This latest controversy is not the first time Harry and Meghan have clashed with Tom Bower, as the author has established a pattern of publishing critical works about the couple.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Associated Press LONDON — In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, Harry and Meghan said author Tom Bower “has long crossed the line from criticism into fixation”

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Bower previously published 'Revenge: Meghan, Harry, And the War Between the Windsors' in 2022, which also focused on the deteriorating relationship between the Sussexes and the royal family.

The timing of his new book suggests an ongoing campaign to document what he portrays as the dramatic rift between the couple and the institution they left behind.

The couple's statement implies they see Bower as having made a career out of attacking them, suggesting his work is part of a sustained effort to discredit them rather than provide factual analysis of their departure from royal life.

The extracts from Bower's new book also included passages critical of the couple's financial situation and their charity work, suggesting he is attempting to paint them as both financially irresponsible and hypocritical in their philanthropic efforts.

These criticisms come at a time when Harry and Meghan have been working to establish their own independent identity through their Archewell Foundation and various media deals.

“Democracy Dies in Darkness By Associated Press LONDON — In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, Harry and Meghan said author Tom Bower “has long crossed the line from criticism into fixation”

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The couple's swift and strong response indicates they view Bower's book not just as unfair criticism, but as part of a coordinated effort to undermine their credibility and public standing.

Their characterization of the work as 'deranged conspiracy and melodrama' suggests they believe the book goes beyond legitimate reporting into the realm of fabrication and sensationalism.