Prince Harry’s Autobiography “Spare” Fails to Impress Readers

Prince Harry's autobiography, “Spare,” has been labeled as one of the least favored celebrity books, as revealed by a study conducted by QR Code Generator experts.

Despite the book containing controversial claims about senior members of the royal family, it appears that the researchers have had the last laugh based on their findings.

The experts delved into ratings on platforms like Goodreads and Amazon to determine the top celebrity book over the past three years.

Surprisingly, Sir Paul McCartney's “The Lyrics, 1956-present,” clinched the top spot with an outstanding overall rating of 4.75 out of 5.

Following closely behind were works by BTS and Cicely Tyson in second and third place, respectively.

Notable titles by Michelle Obama and Billy Connolly also made it into the top 10.

However, “Spare” plummeted significantly in the rankings, positioning Harry as the fourth lowest-rated celebrity author of the past three years, with his book receiving a modest 3.9 out of 5.

A representative from QR Code Generator highlighted the allure of reading books penned by celebrity authors, whether out of fandom or mere curiosity.

Such books provide readers with a peek into the unique journeys of these personalities, fostering a sense of closeness and connection.

Ratings play a pivotal role in the realm of book sales, acting as a crucial yardstick for readers to gauge a book's quality and appeal.

Positive ratings not only boost reader confidence but also enhance a book's visibility and discoverability in online marketplaces and brick-and-mortar stores.

The power of word-of-mouth, influenced by ratings, can significantly drive sales as satisfied readers recommend books to others.

For consumers, ratings serve as a swift and convenient tool to make informed decisions when selecting which books to purchase.

According to reports from Entertainment Tonight, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle inked a lucrative four-book deal with Penguin Random House valued at $35-40 million.

This deal translates to Harry receiving an advance of around $9-10 million for “Spare,” although some sources suggest the figure may be as high as $20 million.

His ghostwriter, JL Moringa, purportedly received a million-dollar advance as well.

However, it seems that Penguin Random House may have miscalculated, as per calculations, Harry would need to sell more than double the original price of 2.7 million copies at $36 each to recoup his advance.

Notably, Harry's book has earned the title of the most abandoned book of 2023, with reports surfacing of copies being left behind in various locations across Europe, including Spain, Greece, and Turkey.

Tour operator On The Beach disclosed that they have accumulated numerous discarded copies of “Spare” from exasperated hotel staff this summer.

Zoe Harris, Chief Customer Officer, shared with The Sun the unusual situation, stating that the company is inundated with surplus copies of the book.

Initially perceived as amusing, the surplus has now become a burden, with hotels returning the books in increasing numbers.

Harris humorously suggested that perhaps they should emulate Harry's book and spare themselves the trouble from the outset.

Penguin Random House's strategy to distribute free copies of the book and its audiobook to boost sales may have led to substantial losses.

Despite their efforts, the absence of any award nominations for Harry's audiobook speaks volumes about its reception.

There are whispers within the publishing industry that Penguin Random House is displeased with Harry's actions.

Allegedly, the CEO is incensed by Harry's conduct and is contemplating terminating their agreement due to his involvement in Omid Scobie's book “Endgame.”

Furthermore, rumors suggest that Penguin Random House is considering seeking $35 million in damages from Harry for breaching his contract, following revelations that his autobiography contradicts statements made during the phone hacking trial against Mirror Group newspapers.