I'm in the northeastern mountains of Tennessee! I love book reviews, too...although I have to hide my credit card from myself lol My spare bedroom looks like a library already.❤
I just read the nicest snippet about Prince Phillip. I’m reading Maureen Callaghan’s book Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed . The chapter is describing the day of President Kennedy’s funeral, which was also John Jr’s third birthday . Leaders from around the world were at a reception after the funeral . Jackie Kennedy went up to the private residence where John’s birthday party was being held , to find Prince Phillip on the floor playing with John . John would have been the same age as Andrew at that time . I just thought how sweet that was , to play with a little boy who’d just lost his father .
She was a very strong lady during WWII and the public loved her for her stoic desire to stay in London during the bombings and would not exile to the country. When there were particularly bad bombings she would come out with the King and visit the communities encouraging people to not loose faith.
My nanny lived in Paddington in London and she like many other young women at the time followed her example and refused to leave London during the bombing. They used to go outside and wave their fists at the planes and sing Rule Britannia. It's heartbreaking to see London now.
Hi Shauna. I went to school in Cheltenham and everytime the Queen Mother went to the Cheltenham races, the whole school would line up in our red school jumpers both sides of the road and wave to the Queen Mother as she drove past. The car would slow down and she would wave to us all. One year the car stopped and she got out to greet the headmistress, who curtsied. A very special occasion !
Two of my favorite stories about the Queen Mum: on one visit to a bombed area during the Blitz, a man remarked on her insensitivity in wearing finery amongst people who’d lost everything. She replied something like, “But if you came to visit me, you would wear your best, wouldn’t you?” And she and Noel Coward were cronies. Hanging out together at a formal dinner, she noticed Noel eyeing up a dishy Guardsman and said, “Oh, Noel, I shouldn’t. They count them before they put them away.” She was a marvelous woman.
She said about herself that she wasn’t as nice as people thought and I have always trusted her on that. We all know her many negative traits today, don’t we?
This has been my favourite review for a couple of reasons. Firstly there was so much light hearted fun in it and secondly, the despicable duo werenever mentioned. So sincere thanks, Shauna, for a delightful deep dive. Cheers and sip from Canada 🇨🇦
Oh my goodness! I have had both my knees replaced and I know what you are going through right now! Work hard and diligently with the physio therapy exercises. Doing the exercises are your full time job over the next several weeks. I promise that 12 weeks from now, you will be so glad you had the surgery.
No it doesn’t in means conservative with a small c. It most absolutely doesn’t men universal because what on earth would that be. Traditional, Country, opulent. Universal isn’t a style, where as conservative means no excessive colour a bit bland , a bit traditional etc
@@dianeshelton9592I was raised Catholic and the nuns went to great trouble to drum into us the difference between a capital C and the lower case letter. Just in case I was wrong, I've checked Merriam Webster English dictionary. It means universal. In this case the author probably meant her taste was eclectic. 🙂
“Eclectic” is a better choice of synonym than “universal” in the religious text context for the meaning of catholic in that context that Shauna shared, im an English literature honours major 😉❤
When I was a child, I used to feel annoyed because the newspapers (yes, I'm a boomer) would list celebrities who had that date for their birthday, but I only saw names of sports figures and others I didn't know. My mother finally learned that the late Queen Mother also had that birthday, which became my thought to console myself. It's no end annoying that Madam Monteceto has the same date, too, however. I really don't want to make any link between the late Queen Mother and the self-dealing grumpy cloud on the edges of the Royal Family.
Thank you Shauna that was fabulous. I love these books about the Royal Family and things going on behind the scenes so to speak. Looking forward to the next one whatever you choose. 🙋♀️🇬🇧🦋💜
I absolutely loved that book! I remember all of the birthdays being shown on the news every year. The Queen Mother, head tilted to one side, graciously accepting flowers before waving in her 'opening a jar of jam' manner as people sang Happy Birthday. She was certainly one of a kind.
What a WONDEFUL Time - - Highlighting the personality and goings on of Queen Elizabeth. We Should Start Talking More and MORE MORE MORE about HER ! Especially in the current climate of complaining and throwing shade on the Royals by the naughty scary couple living here in the US now. Please Keep This REFOCUS Up ! XO from the USA
@@madeyed2702 but this man who wrote the book worked behind the scenes, at close quarters, so could observe the reality. do you even remember the queen mother?
I love that you review books that I’d never pick up and read but really enjoy when you do your show thanks Shauna and enjoy your chill time ( although I reckon you’ll only be researching not really taking time off ) ❤❤❤
Thank you Shauna, that book was sheer delight. By and large the Queen Mum was hugely loved far and wide. Even my Granddad would talk about her with affection but he had no time for George V along with millions of returned servicemen after WW1. He would always say; "Ahhh the Queen Mum, now she's the pick of the bunch." He and my Grandmother, along with my dad and his siblings were living and working in Africa then because work was so scarce in England and their move to Africa at the end of WW1 (along with hundreds of others) had proved a good one. Their family home, and surrounding community in London was bombed flat by Hitler's henchmen. That was one of numerous areas Queen Elizabeth and King George VI visited! The King and Queen also refused to be evacuated to Canada during the Blitz but allowed 'the Princesses' to be taken to live in Windsor Castle whilst they remained in the boarded up Buckingham Palace....with their people.
I really enjoy the way you summarize the best parts of these books. You are a natural storyteller which you bring to these recounts. I feel as if I have read the book too.
That was a thoroughly enjoyable book review and the last chapter was a charming tribute to the Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. From what other royal historians and this author have written about her, she was basically a decent sort with some all too human failings. He certainly makes her sound likeable if not loveable.
I loved the Queen Mother...and it annoys me when ignorant journos slur her. She was hugely popular and much loved. My favourite picture of her was taken on a visit to NZ...She was an avid fly fisherwoman so on a day off they took her fly fishing. The wonderful photo of her standing in the river in fishing gear and waders ...and wearing a string of pearls , tickled me !! lol ❤
❤ oh that was lovely, thank you Shauna. I had a headache earlier this afternoon and after relaxing and listening to you, with a cup of tea it has now gone away. 😊❤
Thank you Shauna. This book has been such a lovely treat. Listening to you is like being with a best friend discussing your favorite books. I love all your videos about the royal family. Since some of the books are out of print, it has been wonderful to be able to hear about them from you. I read many of them when they were first published back in the day; however, hearing about them from you has been such a fun refresher. I can’t thank you enough. ❤🇺🇸
I remember hearing that the Queen Mother was in debt for millions due to living beyond her means and that the Queen paid the debt off when the QM died - that's why I was so surprised to hear that Harry was inherting so many millions from her estate as one of 8 great grandchildren. I also thought that Royal Wills were kept private so another surprise that all the details have been released...
Yeah, I am skeptical about the claims made of how much Harry is set to inherit in September. I think it’s less than is lately reported on. The Queen Mother had many great-grandchildren, I doubt she was as worried about Harry as is claimed.
The claims are untrue. Just gossip. She only had the contents of her home left to her at the end, except for some valuable historical paintings which her daughter, the Queen, put away for safekeeping so they could not be sold off.
The Beatles, particularly George adored George Formby. George had a collection of ukuleles, over 300 of them and I proudly share George’s birthday and have a variety of ukuleles that I play myself. 😘 😘 😘 SIP!
he could say the naughty things or rather hint at through innuendo, so it was all quite harmless. i bet the queen mum and co really enjoyed his style, it must have been a relief to laugh heartily at such naughtiness. he could get away with it and there was no offence
Dear Shauna, Thank you very much for sharing this book with us. I look forward to Royal Secrets, BUT please take a break for a whee bit of relaxation. By the way catholic with a small c means universal so it was by no means an insult of the Queen Mother's taste in entertainment. I do enjoy your channel TaTa
Oh my goodness I was in tears at end remembering that the Queen Mother did live to 100 and beyond and I do wish Stephan Berry had also to write another Beautiful Book.
Have been enjoying this book series so much, I decided I wanted to read the book in full. When it came in last week, I eagerly started reading it and it appeared to me that my book seemed different from the quotes you had been high lightening. I was thinking, "how did Shauna get that info from this?" Finally dawned on me, I'm reading Stephen Barry's "Royal Service" not the "Royal Secrets" book! I now have an excuse as to why I need to buy yet another book!
@@thevintageread At first I was thinking I either needed to rewatch your shows or reread the first couple of chapters again. It's a good thing though as my partner likes to complain about the # of books I buy - I always like to have a good reason why I need more! 😝
I live in the north of Scotland where the Queen Mother had a home (well, a castle really). One year there was a grand ball in the local town, and it was an occasion of ballgowns and tiaras and men in kilts. The Queen Mother arrived looking wonderful in a white gown embroidered with floral motifs and sparkly crystal decoration, wearing a fluffy white wrap (ermine?), a wonderful tiara and glittering with diamond jewellery. She turned, smiled and gave one of her special waves to the waiting crowd - it was a mesmerising moment, and I can still picture it.
Thanks Shauna, I really enjoyed this lovely book. I’m glad you’re giving yourself a bit of a break from the extra work of the reviews. Can’t wait for the next one. Take care xx
This book sounds so lovely ❤ thank you for sharing it with us. What a shame its over but its been a lovely insight. The Queen Mum sounds lovely. I was very young when she passed, so I dont remember her.
In 1976 I was at the East of England Agricultural Show with my then partner. We were in the Members Enclosure when I heard the very unmistakable voice of the Queen behind me. I turned round and was stunned to see it was the Queen Mother in an adjacent roped off area. My first impression of her was how small she was. Once I recovered from my shock, how pretty she looked in her floral outfit. I could have touched her, I was so close. My experience of 'not' meeting the Queen Mother 😂
Thank you Shauna , thoroughly dnjoyed your reading vif the book.only complaint is, this last chapter had me close to tears, remembering the,' The Queen Mum ' 💐
"Got smashed on the tarmac." In the U.S., I have no idea if it is elsewhere, but in the U.S., one word for 'drunk' is 'smashed!' I had to listen again to make certain you weren't saying the Queen Mother got smashed on the tarmac!
I was late to join you with this reading of the last chapter, my sister was staying with me for a week. Sad that this was the final chapter, I have really enjoyed this book. Enjoy having an easier couple of weeks, you deserve it x
She still had 69 million, evidently. She was quite the character and was wonderful during the war years in London, choosing to stay at Buckingham Palace. I loved the story Shauna thank you❤
I think that’s debatable how much was actually set aside in a trust for the great-grandchildren. She didn’t have that kind of money in the 1990s. I believe it’s actually speculation only on how much of her personal funds were invested and how much each would receive.
This book was truly wonderful. Thank you again for sharing it with us. I love your input and your sense of humor. This was such a fun time and I can't wait for the next book you choose!! But yes, take some time and give yourself a break. 😉
Ohhh I love these book reads... you just do not know. Sitting in the western mountains of North Carolina USA. thank you soooo very much
I'm in the northeastern mountains of Tennessee! I love book reviews, too...although I have to hide my credit card from myself lol
My spare bedroom looks like a library already.❤
We should make a friend group, as I'm just outside Knoxville in East Tennessee! ❤
I'm in the foot hills of NC....I love these book reviews too
I am in Elizabethton, TN. We could indeed!
I'm just a stones throw from Asheville!
I just read the nicest snippet about Prince Phillip. I’m reading Maureen Callaghan’s book Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed . The chapter is describing the day of President Kennedy’s funeral, which was also John Jr’s third birthday . Leaders from around the world were at a reception after the funeral . Jackie Kennedy went up to the private residence where John’s birthday party was being held , to find Prince Phillip on the floor playing with John . John would have been the same age as Andrew at that time . I just thought how sweet that was , to play with a little boy who’d just lost his father .
That was such a nice visual picture that was painted of him. Very touching.
Priceless “….you do have to reign all afternoon…”. Classic.
😊😊😊😊😊
She was a very strong lady during WWII and the public loved her for her stoic desire to stay in London during the bombings and would not exile to the country. When there were particularly bad bombings she would come out with the King and visit the communities encouraging people to not loose faith.
My nanny lived in Paddington in London and she like many other young women at the time followed her example and refused to leave London during the bombing. They used to go outside and wave their fists at the planes and sing Rule Britannia. It's heartbreaking to see London now.
@@amethystfeathers7324 it’s amazing how politicians can destroy an entire country even without a war.
They went to Windsor every night, but the general public didn't know. The Press probably knew, but. said nothing, no doubt for the safety of the RF.
I love your giggling all through this about the eccentricity of the Queen Mum, Shauna. It's quite infectious! 😀
Hi Shauna. I went to school in Cheltenham and everytime the Queen Mother went to the Cheltenham races, the whole school would line up in our red school jumpers both sides of the road and wave to the Queen Mother as she drove past.
The car would slow down and she would wave to us all.
One year the car stopped and she got out to greet the headmistress, who curtsied. A very special occasion !
I bet it was!
Meaning of “a catholic taste” is simply to enjoy a real mix of things ! Nothing derogatory !!
Love these books and your reading of them !
Yup, the word Catholic means "universal," or "inclusive."
Fabulous book. Stress free.
Hello to all from St. John’s, Newfoundland
Two of my favorite stories about the Queen Mum: on one visit to a bombed area during the Blitz, a man remarked on her insensitivity in wearing finery amongst people who’d lost everything. She replied something like, “But if you came to visit me, you would wear your best, wouldn’t you?”
And she and Noel Coward were cronies. Hanging out together at a formal dinner, she noticed Noel eyeing up a dishy Guardsman and said, “Oh, Noel, I shouldn’t. They count them before they put them away.” She was a marvelous woman.
She said about herself that she wasn’t as nice as people thought and I have always trusted her on that.
We all know her many negative traits today, don’t we?
@@Celisar1 I've never heard of them?
That was a lovely way to end to end the book. Enjoy your mini break. I'm looking forward to whatever comes next. Thanks Shauna 😊
Always sad to think how Charles hated his time at Gordonstoun. The day he left the place must have been the happiest of his life.
You are an excellent story teller and I always enjoy your commentary every time.
I didn't want this to end either! Loved listening to this Shauna - thank you
This has been my favourite review for a couple of reasons. Firstly there was so much light hearted fun in it and secondly, the despicable duo werenever mentioned. So sincere thanks, Shauna, for a delightful deep dive. Cheers and sip from Canada 🇨🇦
That was so lovely Shauna just what I needed I’m in hospital recovering from a knee replacement that put a big smile on my face thank you 🥰❤️
Hope you have a good recovery! 😊
I’m so glad! Wishing you all the best. ❤
Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.
Oh my goodness! I have had both my knees replaced and I know what you are going through right now!
Work hard and diligently with the physio therapy exercises. Doing the exercises are your full time job over the next several weeks. I promise that 12 weeks from now, you will be so glad you had the surgery.
I remember seeing pictures of her and King George vi walking through the wartime rubble in London.
Queen Mother sounds like fun..no wonder she lived so long
Love the story you bring it alive ❤
I've really enjoyed this series Shauna. Catholic means universal when used in the context of the Queen mother's taste.
No it doesn’t in means conservative with a small c. It most absolutely doesn’t men universal because what on earth would that be. Traditional, Country, opulent. Universal isn’t a style, where as conservative means no excessive colour a bit bland , a bit traditional etc
@@dianeshelton9592
Catholic does mean universal. It is said at most traditional Protestant church services.
@@dianeshelton9592I was raised Catholic and the nuns went to great trouble to drum into us the difference between a capital C and the lower case letter. Just in case I was wrong, I've checked Merriam Webster English dictionary. It means universal. In this case the author probably meant her taste was eclectic. 🙂
“Eclectic” is a better choice of synonym than “universal” in the religious text context for the meaning of catholic in that context that Shauna shared, im an English literature honours major 😉❤
@@Happinc no it’s not, if you say your decorating style is eclectic it means it has odds and ends from all over.
It’s conservative
Absolutely loved this. Quite a refreshing podcast and not a boring one with the misadventures of the Harkles.
When I was a child, I used to feel annoyed because the newspapers (yes, I'm a boomer) would list celebrities who had that date for their birthday, but I only saw names of sports figures and others I didn't know. My mother finally learned that the late Queen Mother also had that birthday, which became my thought to console myself.
It's no end annoying that Madam Monteceto has the same date, too, however. I really don't want to make any link between the late Queen Mother and the self-dealing grumpy cloud on the edges of the Royal Family.
Thank you, Shauna. I really enjoyed this book review. So delightful. And as usual, you're delightful, too. 🥰👏
Thanks so much for NOT talking about Harry & Meghan!
Thank you Shauna that was fabulous. I love these books about the Royal Family and things going on behind the scenes so to speak. Looking forward to the next one whatever you choose. 🙋♀️🇬🇧🦋💜
I loved the Queen mothers Hats and I love the pearls the Queen use to wear the clothes and must have on your gloves
What a nice ending.
I absolutely loved that book! I remember all of the birthdays being shown on the news every year. The Queen Mother, head tilted to one side, graciously accepting flowers before waving in her 'opening a jar of jam' manner as people sang Happy Birthday. She was certainly one of a kind.
What a WONDEFUL Time - - Highlighting the personality and goings on of Queen Elizabeth. We Should Start Talking More and MORE MORE MORE about HER ! Especially in the current climate of complaining and throwing shade on the Royals by the naughty scary couple living here in the US now. Please Keep This REFOCUS Up ! XO from the USA
Ty Shauna such a wonderful end to a fabulous book. 😘💐
She sounds like such a fun boss.
I think the public never realised she was so pleasant.
I heard she is not truly nice behind the scene
@@madeyed2702 but this man who wrote the book worked behind the scenes, at close quarters, so could observe the reality. do you even remember the queen mother?
@@acommentator4452 I do remember the Queen Mother. Just saying some publications dispute her pleasantness.
I very much enjoyed this book, thank you from Montreal 🇨🇦 Have a good rest, you deserve it for sure!
I love that you review books that I’d never pick up and read but really enjoy when you do your show thanks Shauna and enjoy your chill time ( although I reckon you’ll only be researching not really taking time off ) ❤❤❤
I love your comments about the book and reading out various bits. Thank you.
How delightful! Thank you Shawna
Thank you Shauna, that book was sheer delight. By and large the Queen Mum was hugely loved far and wide. Even my Granddad would talk about her with affection but he had no time for George V along with millions of returned servicemen after WW1. He would always say; "Ahhh the Queen Mum, now she's the pick of the bunch." He and my Grandmother, along with my dad and his siblings were living and working in Africa then because work was so scarce in England and their move to Africa at the end of WW1 (along with hundreds of others) had proved a good one. Their family home, and surrounding community in London was bombed flat by Hitler's henchmen. That was one of numerous areas Queen Elizabeth and King George VI visited! The King and Queen also refused to be evacuated to Canada during the Blitz but allowed 'the Princesses' to be taken to live in Windsor Castle whilst they remained in the boarded up Buckingham Palace....with their people.
Loved this book
I really enjoy the way you summarize the best parts of these books. You are a natural storyteller which you bring to these recounts. I feel as if I have read the book too.
The Queen Mother was a very unique person! She does sound like she was a fun person!
Feathery, conjures up the Queen Mum!
That was a thoroughly enjoyable book review and the last chapter was a charming tribute to the Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. From what other royal historians and this author have written about her, she was basically a decent sort with some all too human failings. He certainly makes her sound likeable if not loveable.
I loved the Queen Mother...and it annoys me when ignorant journos slur her. She was hugely popular and much loved. My favourite picture of her was taken on a visit to NZ...She was an avid fly fisherwoman so on a day off they took her fly fishing. The wonderful photo of her standing in the river in fishing gear and waders ...and wearing a string of pearls , tickled me !! lol ❤
❤ oh that was lovely, thank you Shauna. I had a headache earlier this afternoon and after relaxing and listening to you, with a cup of tea it has now gone away. 😊❤
Wonderful!
Thank you Shauna. This book has been such a lovely treat. Listening to you is like being with a best friend discussing your favorite books. I love all your videos about the royal family. Since some of the books are out of print, it has been wonderful to be able to hear about them from you. I read many of them when they were first published back in the day; however, hearing about them from you has been such a fun refresher. I can’t thank you enough. ❤🇺🇸
I have COMPLETELY ENJOYED THIS BOOK AND YOUR COMMENTARY👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏🩷
Really enjoyed the book.
I remember hearing that the Queen Mother was in debt for millions due to living beyond her means and that the Queen paid the debt off when the QM died - that's why I was so surprised to hear that Harry was inherting so many millions from her estate as one of 8 great grandchildren. I also thought that Royal Wills were kept private so another surprise that all the details have been released...
Yeah, I am skeptical about the claims made of how much Harry is set to inherit in September. I think it’s less than is lately reported on. The Queen Mother had many great-grandchildren, I doubt she was as worried about Harry as is claimed.
The claims are untrue. Just gossip. She only had the contents of her home left to her at the end, except for some valuable historical paintings which her daughter, the Queen, put away for safekeeping so they could not be sold off.
The Beatles, particularly George adored George Formby. George had a collection of ukuleles, over 300 of them and I proudly share George’s birthday and have a variety of ukuleles that I play myself. 😘 😘 😘 SIP!
he could say the naughty things or rather hint at through innuendo, so it was all quite harmless. i bet the queen mum and co really enjoyed his style, it must have been a relief to laugh heartily at such naughtiness. he could get away with it and there was no offence
Love how you pick out the Nuggets of joy!!
Thank you so much for this lighthearted book reading!
Dear Shauna, Thank you very much for sharing this book with us. I look forward to Royal Secrets, BUT please take a break for a whee bit of relaxation. By the way catholic with a small c means universal so it was by no means an insult of the Queen Mother's taste in entertainment. I do enjoy your channel TaTa
She was amazing loved her cheerfulness
Oh my goodness I was in tears at end remembering that the Queen Mother did live to 100 and beyond and I do wish Stephan Berry had also to write another Beautiful Book.
yes, i think that partly why we all expected/hoped for HM The Queen to go on until age 100
Oh I loved listening to your reading and I can’t wait until you start the next book ❤
Really enjoyed that Shauna ❤
So glad!
I truly enjoyed the book. However your reading & editorial made it so much more enjoyable. 😊 😄Thank you & enjoy your time off. 🤗🙏💗
I would love to hear his earlier book. So enjoyable, as always!!!❤
Such a great book. Thank you very much!💐💐💐💐
I recently bought Stephen Barry's 'Royal Service' and look forward to following up with you.
I've really enjoyed your book reads, they've been a cosy fixture for me before sleep. Thank you for each one 😊
I'm so glad!
I heard somewhere that she and backstairs Billy woulf have a drink together and she said that they were both a couple of old Queens.
Have been enjoying this book series so much, I decided I wanted to read the book in full. When it came in last week, I eagerly started reading it and it appeared to me that my book seemed different from the quotes you had been high lightening. I was thinking, "how did Shauna get that info from this?" Finally dawned on me, I'm reading Stephen Barry's "Royal Service" not the "Royal Secrets" book! I now have an excuse as to why I need to buy yet another book!
😂 You must have been so confused!
@@thevintageread At first I was thinking I either needed to rewatch your shows or reread the first couple of chapters again. It's a good thing though as my partner likes to complain about the # of books I buy - I always like to have a good reason why I need more! 😝
Rest up…..Sip❗️ 😃
That was so much fun❗️
Thank you so much for the lovely review of this book sadly all good things come to a end enjoy your break ❤
Your book reads are so charming and entertaining... Love it!!
I live in the north of Scotland where the Queen Mother had a home (well, a castle really). One year there was a grand ball in the local town, and it was an occasion of ballgowns and tiaras and men in kilts. The Queen Mother arrived looking wonderful in a white gown embroidered with floral motifs and sparkly crystal decoration, wearing a fluffy white wrap (ermine?), a wonderful tiara and glittering with diamond jewellery. She turned, smiled and gave one of her special waves to the waiting crowd - it was a mesmerising moment, and I can still picture it.
Hi! Re: catholic means universal, all inclusive; not an insult!
Yes I was checking the context 😊
Thanks Shauna, I really enjoyed this lovely book. I’m glad you’re giving yourself a bit of a break from the extra work of the reviews. Can’t wait for the next one. Take care xx
This book sounds so lovely ❤ thank you for sharing it with us. What a shame its over but its been a lovely insight. The Queen Mum sounds lovely. I was very young when she passed, so I dont remember her.
It’s always a joy listening to you. ❤
Brilliant read, loved it very much!!!
Enjoy your time off and we'll be here when you return...❤❤❤❤❤
Oh I laughed SO HARD!!!! had to listen a second time... sooooooo good the ending
Just delightful, thanks Shauna!
In 1976 I was at the East of England Agricultural Show with my then partner. We were in the Members Enclosure when I heard the very unmistakable voice of the Queen behind me. I turned round and was stunned to see it was the Queen Mother in an adjacent roped off area. My first impression of her was how small she was. Once I recovered from my shock, how pretty she looked in her floral outfit. I could have touched her, I was so close. My experience of 'not' meeting the Queen Mother 😂
Thank you Shauna , thoroughly dnjoyed your reading vif the book.only complaint is, this last chapter had me close to tears, remembering the,' The Queen Mum '
💐
Have a nice break enjoy your time, but I am sure gonna miss you reading. Looking forward to the next book.!
That was so delightful, I enjoyed every episode! Thank you for your perceptive & wonderful reading of Royal Secrets Shauna 💞
Thank you, Shauna! I enjoyed this book very much. Delightful!
Can’t wait!
This was so entertaining ❤
Have a wonderful break...you deserve it.
I love, love hearing and learning about the real royals. Thank you. 👑❤️🇦🇨
More to come!
I enjoyed this.
Wonderful reading, thank you 😊
I hope you enjoy a much-deserved time out. I will look at some of your early videos. We have all come a long way.
Loved it!! You’re a wonderful book reviewer!❤️
Thank you so much. I really enjoy your book reviews, and this one was lovely.
"Got smashed on the tarmac." In the U.S., I have no idea if it is elsewhere, but in the U.S., one word for 'drunk' is 'smashed!' I had to listen again to make certain you weren't saying the Queen Mother got smashed on the tarmac!
I was late to join you with this reading of the last chapter, my sister was staying with me for a week.
Sad that this was the final chapter, I have really enjoyed this book.
Enjoy having an easier couple of weeks, you deserve it x
She still had 69 million, evidently. She was quite the character and was wonderful during the war years in London, choosing to stay at Buckingham Palace. I loved the story Shauna thank you❤
I think that’s debatable how much was actually set aside in a trust for the great-grandchildren. She didn’t have that kind of money in the 1990s. I believe it’s actually speculation only on how much of her personal funds were invested and how much each would receive.
So good Shauna . I really didn’t want this to end. 🥰😄👏
What a great final chapter!
This book was truly wonderful. Thank you again for sharing it with us. I love your input and your sense of humor. This was such a fun time and I can't wait for the next book you choose!! But yes, take some time and give yourself a break. 😉
Thank you for reviewing this book! Really enjoyed it!
This was so enjoyable! Can't wait for the next book ❤ Thank you 😊
Thank you this book was great looking forward to the next one ❤
Really enjoyed the book, thank you ❤
What a great book. Thanks so much for the review, I really enjoyed it.
I loved that book. Thank you xx
Another great review and I hope you enjoy your few weeks of a little more down time.