Reflecting on the reaction within royal circles, the source explained, “The first book caused irreparable damage between the Sussexes and the rest of the royals, with senior figures said to be stunned by how many private and intimate moments Harry chose to share.”

They went on to say, “Harry himself has said he can write a follow-up, but it would mean he wouldn’t hear from his family again… no going back. Because they have already cut him off, he thinks, What’s the point in keeping it private?”

Harry Says He Has More to Say

Harry has openly acknowledged that there is still more of his story left to tell. In an interview with The Telegraph, he admitted that the original manuscript of Spare was around 800 pages—double what was ultimately published. He explained that it was impossible to tell his personal journey without involving his family members.

“There are some things that have happened, especially between me and my brother, and to some extent between me and my father, that I just don’t want the world to know,” Harry shared. “Because I don’t think they would ever forgive me. Now you could argue that some of the stuff I’ve put in there, well, they will never forgive me anyway.”

A Relationship Beyond Repair

Despite previously being devastated by news of Kate’s recent health struggles, Harry is reportedly no longer emotionally connected to her. This is a sharp contrast to his earlier sentiment, when he once referred to Kate as “the sister [he] had never had and always wanted.”

Though there have been reports that the Princess of Wales had hoped to make amends with Harry, the royal source suggested that it may be too late. “Their relationship has gone beyond repair at this point… It’s now just a game to [the Wales and Sussexes] to see who can one-up the other,” the insider concluded.