Prince Harry’s Literary Adventure: A Royal Flop

Isn't it intriguing to see Prince Harry stepping into the literary arena?

However, it seems that the Duke of Sussex has not only cast a shadow over his family's legacy but also managed to churn out one of the most underwhelming celebrity memoirs in recent history.

His autobiography, titled “Spare,” has been labeled a complete failure, showcasing his talent for stirring up controversy while failing to deliver a compelling narrative.

Let's dig deeper into this literary train wreck.

Experts, or at least those who claim to be, from QR Code Generator—yes, the same company known for those square barcodes—have declared Harry's book as one of the worst celebrity releases in recent memory.

When I say “worst,” I mean it has sunk to depths so low that even a shipwrecked sailor would steer clear.

Their analysis involved scrutinizing ratings from Goodreads and Amazon, and the results?

Harry's book took a nosedive, plummeting faster than his standing within the royal family.

While musical icons like Sir Paul McCartney bask in glory with a stellar rating of 4.75 out of 5, Harry's efforts have floundered, landing him as the fourth lowest-rated celebrity author in the past three years.

Quite the achievement, isn't it?

The book managed to scrape together a disappointing 3.9 out of 5—oh, the irony!

A spokesperson from QR Code Generator, who might as well be a walking cliché, claimed that readers seek unique stories from celebrity authors.

Unique?

More like a cringe-inducing saga filled with revelations about the royal family that perhaps should have remained private.

Now, let's discuss the financial aspect.

Harry inked a staggering four-book deal worth between $35 million and $40 million with Penguin Random House, thinking he had struck gold.

But here's the kicker: his advance for “Spare” was only $9 to $10 million.

Some whispers even suggest he paid his ghostwriter around $20 million.

Seriously, Penguin Random House must have deep pockets.

To break even, Harry would need to sell more than double the book's original price of $36.

Good luck with that endeavor!

Adding insult to injury, “Spare” has become the unwanted literary relic of 2023.

It's reportedly been left behind in hotel rooms, tossed in bins, and abandoned by poolside across Europe.

Even the school holiday rush couldn't salvage this disaster.

One tour operator recounted receiving a staggering 100 copies of “Spare” from frustrated hotel staff just this summer.

Zoe Harris, the chief customer officer, remarked that they had never witnessed anything like it, jokingly suggesting they should take a page from Harry's book and spare themselves the hassle.

Ouch!

But wait, there's more.

In a desperate attempt to boost sales, Penguin Random House resorted to giving away free copies of “Spare.”

Unfortunately, even that strategy failed to revive this sinking ship.

And let's not overlook the ultimate blow to Harry's ego—his audiobook received zero nominations.

Talk about a reality check!

Rumors are swirling that the CEO of Penguin Random House is furious and may pursue a whopping $35 million from Harry for breaching his contract.

It appears that his drama-filled autobiography may have landed him in a precarious position.

As the story unfolds, it's hard not to wonder what Harry's next move will be.

Will he manage to salvage his reputation, or has he truly hit rock bottom in the literary world?