To Play The King by Michael Dobbs

A newly crowned, idealistic monarch publicly challenges the ruthless Prime Minister, triggering a constitutional showdown fought through the press, Parliament, and backroom intrigue. The Prime Minister unleashes a coldly calculated campaign of manipulation, blackmail, and spin, exploiting allies and enemies alike to erode the King’s credibility. As loyalties fracture and secrets surface, the battle for moral authority becomes a brutal test of how far power will go to protect itself.

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