Overview

• Queen Elizabeth II thought Diana, Princess of Wales, was 'far better suited' to Prince Andrew than to Prince Charles, according to a new royal biography by Ingrid Seward.
• Diana nearly canceled her wedding to Charles after feeling neglected, but was persuaded to continue by her father, Earl Spencer.
• The late Queen had reservations about Diana's youth and her ability to distinguish between the man and the prince.
• Diana made significant efforts to fit into the royal family, impressing members with her enthusiasm for Balmoral and royal traditions.
• The biography also details Diana's struggles within the royal family, including her relationship with the Queen and her battle with bulimia.