Lilibet: An Intimate Portrait of Elizabeth II

This book was exactly what I was looking for: an easy to read biography of the Queen. The prose read almost like a novel, making the book engaging and fun to read. My only concerns were regarding the veracity of her assumptions and stories. There were endnotes to the book, but not quite enough evidence for my liking. I suppose when you are writing a story about an elusive figure such as Elizabeth, rock solid evidence on her personal life is difficult to come by. All in all, an enjoyable and enlightening read.

I was wandering about the library yesterday (like I do - often) when I saw this book, which I read over a year ago, and wondered if I had 'entered' it into Goodreads. Indeed I had not! A royal book, no less! So here it is. I liked it. I always find it a little weird to be reading unauthorized bios of people who are still alive, but it wasn't too scandalous. Phillip is kind of a jerk, but whatcha gonna do. I need to read the three or so royal books I own that I've been picking up slowly but surely at used book stores. At least it's winter (or, fall, or, whatever, it's raining today) - so more time for reading!

1.5 stars Not well written.

1.5 stars Not well written.