**OVER HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD** **A TIMES MEMOIR OF THE YEAR ** The best royal book by miles . . . funny, gossipy and riveting JANE RIDLEY, SPECTATOR If your jaw doesnt drop at least three times every chapter, youve not been paying proper attention SUNDAY TIMES A Maid of Honour at the Queens Coronation and former Lady in Waiting to Princess Margaret, Anne Glenconner has spent her life as a friend of the royal family. In this bestselling memoir, she looks back on an extraordinary life full of glamour, drama and tragedy. The eldest child of the 5th Earl of Leicester, Anne knew as a daughter she would not inherit the family fortune and was instead brought up to secure an eligible husband. Her marriage to the charismatic Colin Tennant - later Lord Glenconner - would prove a test of every strength she possessed, while her friendship with Princess Margaret, which began in childhood, grew ever closer. From the tragic loss of two of her grown-up sons to the cruel surprise of her late husbands final will, Lady in Waiting is Anne Glenconners remarkable testament to the resilience and humour that define her as she emerges from the shadow of her husband and the crown, reminding us that all that glitters is not gold. A captivating account of a life lived with resilience and grace DAILY MAIL The stoical Lady G writes with infectious joy and optimism DAILY EXPRESS The gossip is stupendous but its also tremendously touching. Its one of those books that makes you long for bed so you can read more! JILLY COOPER I cant recommend it highly enough