Don’t think Markle hasn’t studied this pair. Hence the periodic straight out copying the way Simpson dressed- the O interview & the Dior back in England. I think she’s studied “The Art of War “ by Sun Tsu too. As had HMTLQ😢 who knew “don’t interrupt your enemy while they’re busy making mistakes.”
@@michelegraham9044but why would she want to be like Wallis? Wallis was reviled, wasn't she? I agree she has copied some of wallis' looks and would appear to want the comparison but it just confounds me as to why. Do you have any ideas?
@@Vic-MeowI think it may be because of the obsession with social elevation. It seems to have been the driver for both women. Bagging a prince gave them that even though they are also both reviled.
I don't think Harry cares as much about being king as Meghan would want to be queen. Her jealousy of Catherine oozes from her and she has been seen trying to be flirty with William and he quickly distanced himself. William has all the characteristics of a king--professional, quick thinking, great sense of humor, cares and speaks with people with thought and care.
Is it possible he used Wallis as an excuse to abdicate because he was too weak to just come out with it; then having used her he had to create a fantasy of the greatest love story to justify it all?
The timing seems to suggest that, doesn’t it - but according to people who observed their relationship first-hand, he was genuinely besotted with “Mrs. Simpson”, following her around like a puppy dog and surrounding himself with photos of her when they couldn’t be together.
The next couple of chapters answer that question quite well. Edward liked the royal life, the patronages and military honors but didn’t appear to care about the administrative responsibilities.
David’s obsession with Wally’s likely has to do with the void of affection his mother never gave to him when he was growing up. Studying the dynamics of each Windsor generation from Queen Victoria to current times is fascinating to observe from the psychologists point of view. I could go into it, already tried, but it took at least 4 lengthy paragraphs of just the history of this family. So far I’d say William and Catherine are such a blessing to see them handle parenthood well while managing to take on more royal duties, despite a certain uncle acting more like Scar from the Lion King.
David was entitled he got everything he wanted and didn’t have any work, weak, lazy but good at glad handing the great unwashed, who turned against him because of Wallis and then his fascist leanings …. He was truly dumb just like Harry
It seems that William and Catherine are the hope for the monarchy, if KC could abdicate before he is doddering and they are old. The future for that family might be secure for a few generations if Kate and W can become king and queen and have massive massive fan base. They have the looks and regal attitude to become stars
Different times, different parenting. Many people of that era could claim their parents were ‘distant’, it was how they were expected to behave. We cannot judge by today’s standards, which a psychological point of view would be
Lovely to have you back. The tale of these two is very interesting. I always thought that Wallis despised David and only stayed with him because of the scandal which would have followed if she divorced him. He was a weak fool and H reminds me of him. Can’t wait for the next chapters.
I feel the same, and I believe Harry and Megnut mirror Wallace and David’s lives. They will also stay miserably together to avoid all the bad press they will receive, all the I told you so’s lol
@@user-ss7gn6xn9x. Harry is a TRAITOR! On countless occasions he’s betrayed his family, the Monarchy and even his Country! Where have YOU been? The LIES and the charges of racism have been horrendous to Britain and to his own Father and SIL! CATCH UP!!!
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor made for an interesting story. Im looking forward to hearing your views on this twosome. As you said, this was all for the best as the result was Queen Elizabeth. Thank goodness!
A perfect case of evil coming to good! Thank goodness Harry was born second and Britain (and Royal watchers like us) didn’t have to count on an abdication to get a good King.
OMG, I'm so excited that you're back! This book is so good. I can't wait for your reading and input on it. It will be worth it, just having, again, Sunday mornings with you. Take care of your family, we appreciate your time even more, knowing the joy and sacrifice you put into this.😊
So happy you are back! Thank you for your dedication to all of us or as Norma Desmond might have called us "the wonderful people out there in the dark" Thank You!
You know I’ve never been so excited to have a CZcamsr back online before and that is not a joke I’ve been looking for audiobooks online for so long I tried to do it myself but I’m a terrible reader out loud terrible and then I found you and I was like oh my gosh she’s doing my dream but I wish all the best for this channel because the more you grow the more books you’ll get to read and don’t let anybody piggyback off you if somebody else is like I’ve I read the Testaments but that’s that’s different and it’s for handmaids tale fans it’s a very depressing book your books are a theme and I love the way you added wons Hunter that was a great palette cleanse from all of the royal stuff but this is a good story and Madonna’s movie WE had it all backwards she didn’t love David oh my gosh I’m so glad you’re back
Something in the dust. And you may have unconsciously wiped your mouth with the back of your hand during packing. Your body is just trying to clear out all that so drink a lot of fluids. You can take something like benadryl or a generic to calm the swelling down, especially the lips before the skin cracks. Now you know how the Kardashians feel, all the time lol. 😆
I am and always have been allergic to dust. When I was a young child it caused havoc with my sinuses. Infection after Infection. Deafness, due to blocked ears, full of pus. The same with my eyes, I couldn't hear, I was dull and listless, constantly. I was also told that I was not meeting reading and writing standards and was dim. Today as an older person, if I don't keep on top of the allergies, I can soon start suffering from a range of sinus problems. I was born in the 1950s. Today, there are treatments available. Years ago, my condition didn't seem to be fully recognised or understood. You certainly didn't get antibiotics until the 1970's in the UK.
From what I have read, Wallis referred to him as David…..and she treated him just as she treated any man that was interested in her, almost like a play thing or toy that she enjoyed “playing “ with….
Washington is a very humid place; you could be experiencing an allergy to mold. My husband developed full-blown asthma as a result of exposure to mold during a visit to Washington (well, friends in Maryland, actually). I'm looking forward to hearing more about Edward's behind the scenes behavior next week, but it reminds me of how little we actually knew about Harry, compared to what we THOUGHT we knew. He had all sorts of bad behaviour, and it was covered up, so that when we saw him unfiltered, it was a shock. What's worse is to remember that the people who knew him and experienced his sullen moods and temper tantrums *put up with it* for years. Such is the cachet of royalty, and it must have been even worse back in the 30s.
The comment about the Harry we thought we knew was very astute. Thank you for mentioning it. I never quite thought about it that way, always blaming Meghan for the “change” in Harry.
Great to see the first episode . Can I just say that you said god wants you to bring good in the real world . Out here there are real people too and you bring so much good into a lot of lives on here too never forget that either great to have you back xx
Great to have you back!!! David - when Prince of Wales was known to be lazy and cherry pick what he wanted to do before Wallis was on the scene. When Edward VIII - he was still lazy and neglectful of his duties with Wallis the country and responsibilities were the last thing on his mind!! He would have been a weak and dreadful King. His brother Albert later to become King George VI was brave and faced his fears with such courage that he inspired a nation. King George VI with his family was the King that we deserved and needed at the time and then followed by Elizabeth II. My Grandmother met the King and Queen during the Blitz - she always said it was part of God’s plan that it should be this way and I must agree with her.
I agree. Edward/David would have been a weak king and not done the right thing for the people. I guess we should say thank you to Ms Simpson for that. Not sure if I can ever say the same to Nutmeg/MM
You have to understand the absolute power sex has over some people.They will move heaven and earth, do anything, say anything, sacrifice anything, including people, in the pursuit of satisfying their desires. Years ago a friend of mine who had a good marriage lost it after her husband got back from Vietnam. He told her she would never be able to do for him what he experienced over there. He was totally selfish and not interested in a normal loving relationship.She finally gave up and let him go. He spent the rest of his miserable life in his endless depraved quest for satisfaction. For a long time she thought it was her fault, but found happiness with a good man.I think Wallis fulfilled his wildest desires, but became bored with him early on. The war ensued, and by the time it was over, she was just old and not in any position to attract another man. He was a shallow, greedy, selfish, spoiled, entitled, lazy, low IQ fool--not unlike Half-Wit. Someone should write a book about both couples.
Sorry but I can’t help but wonder what “they did for him over there” that his wife couldn’t do - Never mind; don’t answer that! 😉 p.s. I read somewhere that Wallace had picked up some “tricks” while she was in China -
I'm so glad you are covering this book! How a biography about two irredeemably malignant entitled royal turds could be such an enjoyable read is beyond me, but it definitely is. Tom Bowers had equally repulsive material to work with and met the challenge, so there's that. Anyway, I love your commentary. 💗
Excited to share this new book with you and curious how many similarities we will find with the Harry and Meghan! Would love to hear how you are doing personally settling into your new house and teaching 4th grade!! It’s great to have you back. ❤️
The more I listen to your channel, the more respect I feel for royals like Bertie and William. They have to be SO grateful for the difficult challenges in their lives, which developed them into men of real character, especially compared to David and Harry. Another huge similarity is their choice of wife. They each chose caring supportive partners in Elizabeth and Kate, who made them even better men. Another sad contrast with David and Harry.
Hi Denise ..Thankyou for doing this 🥰I always found the Duke of Winsdor's story quite fascinating also I must say they did not put down the RF in any way to their credit not like the latest couple have .. looking forward to this book
Oh they did, they just didn’t have social media. He nearly destroyed the RF & the country just remember Hitler and other fascist dictators and Sir Oswald Mosley where trying to subvert democracy and who was big chums with them David & Wallis and that whole feckless bunch of inbred aristocrats who always got what they wanted, at least now we see them for what they were.
I'm sorry you're experiencing discomfort. It can definitely be an allergic reaction to something. Maybe a mild anti-hystamine would be helpful if you're open to it. I'd get it checked out if it doesn't subside after a day or two. This video is so appreciated. I hope you feel better soon Cheere!
My daughter’s lips swelled up just like that, but worse when she was in (insert name of popular vacation spot usually for people with money I think) when she was on a weekend getaway during her semester in Spain on an exchange program /study program of sorts. She’s been back to visit a couple of times, but she just did the one semester there. The rest was at Babson U in Massachusetts. In Wellesley Massachusetts, but not at Wellesley. 😆 She had had beverage at the tables outside the bar there which was full of fruits, including one she had never had before. The general consensus was, it was from that. And it just took like another day to go down. I hope if Cheere Denise sees this anytime soon that is better already! Or at least on the way down. They don’t have that huge to me, but I take your word for it.
Failed to tell you welcome back yesterday. I hope you will leave all burdens behind, and if not, then overcome them with the same grace. It's always a joy listening to you. Thank you for the effort.
Welcome back! Allergies are not fun. Dust could be the culprit but the new climate can present its own array of allergens. I’m a midwest farm girl who sniffled through July and August when the ragweed was in full bloom. Since moving to FL, i have MAYBE 6 weeks without sneezing, sniffling and having eyes that look like i just broke up with a high school boyfriend! Changing seasons, climates and unpacking? You’re doing amazingly well! I read the whole book over the summer and will gladly go back to each chapter with you. (I’ve been waiting and filling the days with Tudor history🙄😮) Without giving anything away, any comparison between Harry’s wife and Wallis will find Harry’s wife to be even more awful and Wallis being (except for the Nazi stuff) gracious, avoiding scandal for a good long while and accepting of the mess she found herself in. Frivolous, materialistic and aloof, yes, but not cursing the family of her husband. She lives a privileged life and seemed to respect the way she achieved it but seldom pulled attention to herself by seeking pity. Whereas Harry’s wife manipulated and orchestrated her life and his to be in a position to bemoan what she’s lost and given up, Mrs Simpson was the one who found herself the pawn in Edward’s game, a piece that was useful to him but not the best move for her. I found the book rather dry so am counting on you and us to make it a “juicier” story.; all the elements are there!
I too read this book ahead of Cheere’s review & agree about WS’s virtues, be they few, when compared to MM. Prior to this book I knew very little about this duo aside from the abdication & a smattering of their controversies which (I thought) could’ve been exaggerated by propaganda of the times. Boy was I wrong Nevertheless, as selfish, self-serving & delusional as the Windsors proved to be..(what could be worse than shmoozing nazi’s😵)…comparing their saga, warts & all, to H&M’s virtuosity only highlights the fact that history will not be kind to the Sussex 2😬 Really astonishing.
I knew immediately when I saw you that your lips were swollen. The exact same thing happened to me. I woke up and my lips were huge and swollen. I went to an urgent care facility and they prescribed an ointment to rub on my lips. By that night it was gone. They told me that I had an allergic reaction to something, but I still have no idea what it was. I hope your lips return to their normal size! At first I thought “did she get lip filler?”. But I found that hard to believe!
I’ve recently read this book and there are strong similarities between the Windsors and Harkles. The absolute sense of entitlement and treachery in both couples.
So excited to see you back. As an elementary school teacher of 30 years, I love the way you explain the novels to us listeners. Wallis and Edward are a fascinating couple. I have read about every book on these two. Best of luck with 4th. The novels Number the Stars, Tuck Everlasting, The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe, and Where the Red Fern Grows, are some of my favorite books that I have taught for this grade.
I taught elementary school too for 30 years! 4th grade! Some of my favorite books that I taught from Caddie Woodlawn From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Cricket in Times Square Reading with children is the most important thing we can do for them.
I recall something about harry being asked (at school by a teacher) why he didn’t know anything about his own family history. (Did he say he had no interest in it? I can’t recall). 😂😂 just like megn knew nothing about any harry or his family either 😂😂😂😂
Good morning. So happy that you did NOT go Kardashian on us. I hope Traitor King is just as entertaining as Spare and Revenge! You are one of my favs! Watching you faithfully! ❤ 💋🤪 This too shall pass, Cheere! Keep up the good work! You shine bright, like a diamond 💎
There's always a promise of perfection, behind every temptation to the mirage, one more sacrifice to make one compromise to your hearts desires. THAT IS PROFOUNDLY SAID. JUST WOW.
Supposedly, The Queen Mother always referred to Mrs. Simpson as "that woman". Oh how I would love to know what The Queen Mother would have to say about the Harkles.
Hank you do doing this for us. I had 3 young boy that I basically raise myself. My middle son died the summer off 2020 with fentanyl poisoning. He was helping me my second son who was having problems controlling a seizure disorder and he has CP and it total care at 40, also mental problems, my oldest son was very settled and lost his dream job. I retired early to take care of my son and I just have to block my mind out with channel like your. I am into the royal drama because it doesn’t affect me or have any triggers like what’s going on with our country. I have enjoyed you reviews very much and plan to go back and lister to them all. Hope all gets better with you.
Thank you, Cheere, for taking time, even on the weekends, to bring us another great book. Praying your new job will work out well for you. There are many teachers in my family, and it's always a challenge each year what may be ahead for the coming year. ❤
My dear cheere. Please, do remember that one of the main causes of skin reactions are due to stress. Thanks for so much wisdom and your work. I did miss you this summer but i listened to your lists❤ God bless you and your family
Not a fan of the trout pout eh Cheere . Don’t blame you. Hope you find what you’re allergic to. This promises to be a great read. Thank you. No, she was not a pretty woman but she must have had ‘something’. How genetics travel down the line . 🙏🙏🙏👵🇦🇺
I am so excited for this!!! ❤ I love our book club so much! ❤ Only just started the video and I'm already hooked! I hope you feel better soon! I have an allergic reaction to dust mites and mould. It could be something in the air /environment. Sometimes moving to a new climate can set off allergies. Thank you Cheere! ❤ best wishes to you and your family ❤
I think that David thought he could have it all. He saw his brother Berty as weak and easily pliable. So maybe he believed he could rule through Berty and have Wallis. However, he didn’t realize the mortal enemy he and Wallis had made in Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. She also blamed him for Berty’s early death, regardless that he smoked 5 packs of cigarettes a day. She held enormous power over her daughter, even though QEII did soften a bit at the end of her Uncle’s life.
Actually Cheere the old king saw it all...not only that David would ruin himself in a year but that Elizabeth would, once she succeeded, do a bang up job.
So happy you are back, have really missed your content. Great you have now found a home. The fact David's being in bed with the Nazis was kept pretty quiet for decades. The problem with the abdication was his behaviour was kept quiet to the masses unlike the upper classes and government who knew what David was really like. Unfortunately there are a lot of similarities between David and Harry, both married American divorcees ( British public did not care about M colour it was what havoc the last American marrying into the RF caused that made people distrustful of her ). Mentally David and Harry ate similar and both a bit work shy ) If RF survived Mrs Simpson I think it can survive M. By the way not sure what David did during WW1 but his brother later George VI served and was at the Battle of Jutland. Unfortunately David gave a number of Royal jewels to Wallace, which were sold off after she died not returned to the RF, David did not have the right to give away family stuff.
So glad to be listening to another Cheere Denise book review. You’re very talented. I struggle to ever finish a book, so your channel is so fun for me. Thanks for all your effort and hard work.
I loved this book. David was a petulant, spoiled, entitled boy! I found myself disgusted by him. He expected everyone to cater to him, to pay for his expenses, and they did, including the French government. His weird kinks, sexual proclivities only added to his pathetic, weak character. He is an unlikeable man. It’s great to have you back, I missed you ❤️
When I read how he and Wallis spoke about Elizabeth the Queen Mother it made me despise them so much. They, E&W, were such snobs and spoke of her with such disdain and yet his brother and family took over the responsibilities he gave up so Edward was able to flit off to live the life of a bored socialite. Yet, throughout his life, he was always angry because he felt the RF and the British people did not appreciate him.
My son's fiance got two Yorkie puppies weeks before being diagnosed with AML. She passed away 6 months later. He is a 6'2" bearded burly truck driver who travels with those reminders of his loss. It has been almost 11 years since she left 💔 us. I can guarantee that no one accuses him of being effeminate 😉.
I remember reading a biography about the former King Edward#8. His prime minister at the time said...He has a terrifying combination of an intelligent man and the horror of the behavior of a 5 year old child! He thought Edward was mentally in- balanced! Wallis and her husband who socialized with this Bohemian crowd got way over her head! She took thousands of dollars(his money, almost 1/3) for courture jewelery, clothes and more...She wrote him a goodbye letter to return to her husband...Edward threatened suicide!!...if she would not marry him! How sick and pathetic is that?? They lived their lives until his death in a very shallow, endless seen to be seen parties in Europe and US...she never loved him and treated him more as a faithful puppy...very sad.
Cheere, I just want to say again that I'm so glad both you and your family are fine, and that you're back again! You nailed it as usual. I don't think Wallis ever intended for Edward to give up the throne for her -- in fact, I've read that she begged him not to. My only criticism of the book so far, is that I'm disappointed the author didn't start at the beginning -- and tell us about E & W's childhoods and young adulthood. That's how I like my biographies -- when we can sort of grow up with the person, and learn about their early lives and how they reacted to it. Then you can better understand why they made some of their choices later on. I just think it gives you a fuller picture of them. But I will continue to listen, because I love hearing your thoughts! 😊
I'm not sure you'll see this, hope so. Saw the post re: Lady C - please don't worry or stop because of this, you're not at fault, I saw the clip, I agreed with you and Will until I see differently. I so enjoy your content, will support from UK 😊
You probably have a dust or mold allergy. I have a doctors excuse to get out of house cleaning 😂. That’s what I told my husband anyway. Try Flonase or another OTC nasal spray. Welcome back! I smiled when I saw your CZcams video alert.
Cheere! I am so glad you are back! Sorry to hear you had such a crazy time! I know the housing market is crazy. My summer has not been that crazy but it's been a weird one. I look forward to this book. Have you ever considered writing a book? I love to listen to your perspective, I can see that coming to life in paper as well. Thanks for making my menial tasks better so I have something to listen to. Keep being strong!
Most politicians and monarchists were glad to see the back of Edward VIII. His behaviour was reprehensible throughout his life; Wallis was just the latest. Everyone, like his father, knew he wasn't fit to be king. His abdication demonstrated that he was indeed totally unfit to be king lacking the necessary character or work ethic. His behaviour after the abdication showed the UK and empire were lucky to have him abdicate.
I was so happy when this video popped up on my feed! It's great to see the familiar book ladder. I watched the video about your summer! What a summer that was. Look after yourself. 🥰🥰
The Kardashian lips lol lol. I never thought that.. But I did think you looked a little bit different. I think you're a lovely commentator and I'm so glad I found you again. Yes, dust and airborne allergians can definitely make you miserable with all sorts of upper respiratory problems! Maybe even swollen lips🤔. Bless you dear and thanks for sharing your darling talent! ♥️🙏♥️
The parallels between the two couples are remarkable
Don’t think Markle hasn’t studied this pair.
Hence the periodic straight out copying the way Simpson dressed- the O interview & the Dior back in England.
I think she’s studied “The Art of War “ by Sun Tsu too.
As had HMTLQ😢 who knew “don’t interrupt your enemy while they’re busy making mistakes.”
@@michelegraham9044 I agree.
I think in the case of Wallis and Edward, Wallis was trapped. With Harry and Meghan, Harry is trapped.
@@michelegraham9044but why would she want to be like Wallis? Wallis was reviled, wasn't she? I agree she has copied some of wallis' looks and would appear to want the comparison but it just confounds me as to why. Do you have any ideas?
@@Vic-MeowI think it may be because of the obsession with social elevation. It seems to have been the driver for both women.
Bagging a prince gave them that even though they are also both reviled.
I think Harry wants to be King. He thinks he should be King, having no real idea what that means.
And Megan has always wanted to be the Queen of the world!
He thinks he wants to be king - but I suspect he has no idea how much work and responsibility that is, like he has no clue about anything.
I don't think Harry cares as much about being king as Meghan would want to be queen. Her jealousy of Catherine oozes from her and she has been seen trying to be flirty with William and he quickly distanced himself. William has all the characteristics of a king--professional, quick thinking, great sense of humor, cares and speaks with people with thought and care.
Only because William has it. And of course Megaliar says he should be King so she could be Queen
I think the Wallis obsession is a “mother”issue, again like Harry. So excited to hear this book. I love to read and I love, love your channel.
Yes.....he wanted a "mommy".......the kind that would scold him.
What a smart and common sense lady Cheere is, love her commentary on these books. She’s the best!!
I heard someone describe Wallis as Edward’s “Mommy-mistress” (although she was his wife).
Kind of like H&M, imo.
“This Kardasian thing!” Your analogies are so hilarious! Welcome back!❤. You were greatly missed! 👄
But she’s not wrong lol
Isn't it interesting to note there is at least one self-absorbed person in each generation? Edward, Margaret, Andrew, Harry.
Is it possible he used Wallis as an excuse to abdicate because he was too weak to just come out with it; then having used her he had to create a fantasy of the greatest love story to justify it all?
The timing seems to suggest that, doesn’t it - but according to people who observed their relationship first-hand, he was genuinely besotted with “Mrs. Simpson”, following her around like a puppy dog and surrounding himself with photos of her when they couldn’t be together.
The next couple of chapters answer that question quite well. Edward liked the royal life, the patronages and military honors but didn’t appear to care about the administrative responsibilities.
Edward and Harry seem a lot alike. Both liked the honors and the attention, but not the attendant work.
Apparently he thought Hitler was going to put him back on the throne.
He was so besotted with Wallis that he couldn't see a foot in front of his face.
David’s obsession with Wally’s likely has to do with the void of affection his mother never gave to him when he was growing up. Studying the dynamics of each Windsor generation from Queen Victoria to current times is fascinating to observe from the psychologists point of view.
I could go into it, already tried, but it took at least 4 lengthy paragraphs of just the history of this family. So far I’d say William and Catherine are such a blessing to see them handle parenthood well while managing to take on more royal duties, despite a certain uncle acting more like Scar from the Lion King.
David was entitled he got everything he wanted and didn’t have any work, weak, lazy but good at glad handing the great unwashed, who turned against him because of Wallis and then his fascist leanings …. He was truly dumb just like Harry
It seems that William and Catherine are the hope for the monarchy, if KC could abdicate before he is doddering and they are old. The future for that family might be secure for a few generations if Kate and W can become king and queen and have massive massive fan base. They have the looks and regal attitude to become stars
Yes I recall David writing "I loved my mother, but she would never let me love her." Instructive.
Different times, different parenting. Many people of that era could claim their parents were ‘distant’, it was how they were expected to behave. We cannot judge by today’s standards, which a psychological point of view would be
@@hildagreen7143Royalty isn’t about being ‘stars’ or celebrity
LOL! Harry: “. . . because he had a super, well-off life where he SOMETIMES had to come out and be nice to POOR people.” SO FUNNY! SO TRUE!!!
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The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, Harry really takes after his great great Uncle. What a shame we didn’t get a Grace Kelly instead.
Grace Kelly would have been too good for him
@@kathrynabbott5032Grace Kelly would never even have looked at Harry.
Lovely to have you back. The tale of these two is very interesting. I always thought that Wallis despised David and only stayed with him because of the scandal which would have followed if she divorced him. He was a weak fool and H reminds me of him. Can’t wait for the next chapters.
I feel the same, and I believe Harry and Megnut mirror Wallace and David’s lives. They will also stay miserably together to avoid all the bad press they will receive, all the I told you so’s lol
So true!! Anyone with working eyesight could tell her look on her face of displeasure. Then again, they truly deserved each other.
So ….your saying HARRY is a traitor too! Get out of here! You all need to get a life!
@@user-ss7gn6xn9x. Harry is a TRAITOR! On countless occasions he’s betrayed his family, the Monarchy and even his Country! Where have YOU been? The LIES and the charges of racism have been horrendous to Britain and to his own Father and SIL! CATCH UP!!!
And that’s the thing - Edward was effeminate. Obsessive about his weight; a Clothes Hound; a Gossip - It makes one wonder -
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor made for an interesting story. Im looking forward to hearing your views on this twosome. As you said, this was all for the best as the result was Queen Elizabeth. Thank goodness!
A perfect case of evil coming to good! Thank goodness Harry was born second and Britain (and Royal watchers like us) didn’t have to count on an abdication to get a good King.
@McCinderg absolutely agree! Queen Elizabeth was a treasure.
And George was a lovely man, a really good King although only for a short time unfortunately
OMG, I'm so excited that you're back!
This book is so good. I can't wait for your reading and input on it.
It will be worth it, just having, again, Sunday mornings with you. Take care of your family, we appreciate your time even more, knowing the joy and sacrifice you put into this.😊
Agreed!!😊 Delighted this book is being reviewed!!
Very well said! Totally agree.
Yes, I love the way she reads to us. ❤️
So happy you are back! Thank you for your dedication to all of us or as Norma Desmond might have called us "the wonderful people out there in the dark" Thank You!
You can have an allergy to dust, three of my children have "environmental " allergies.
You know I’ve never been so excited to have a CZcamsr back online before and that is not a joke I’ve been looking for audiobooks online for so long I tried to do it myself but I’m a terrible reader out loud terrible and then I found you and I was like oh my gosh she’s doing my dream but I wish all the best for this channel because the more you grow the more books you’ll get to read and don’t let anybody piggyback off you if somebody else is like I’ve I read the Testaments but that’s that’s different and it’s for handmaids tale fans it’s a very depressing book your books are a theme and I love the way you added wons Hunter that was a great palette cleanse from all of the royal stuff but this is a good story and Madonna’s movie WE had it all backwards she didn’t love David oh my gosh I’m so glad you’re back
She should think about having the air ducts cleaned.
Something in the dust. And you may have unconsciously wiped your mouth with the back of your hand during packing. Your body is just trying to clear out all that so drink a lot of fluids. You can take something like benadryl or a generic to calm the swelling down, especially the lips before the skin cracks. Now you know how the Kardashians feel, all the time lol. 😆
Plus you've been under a lot of stress so I find my system just generally gets more sensitive to the environment and dust when things are hectic
I am and always have been allergic to dust. When I was a young child it caused havoc with my sinuses. Infection after Infection. Deafness, due to blocked ears, full of pus. The same with my eyes, I couldn't hear, I was dull and listless, constantly. I was also told that I was not meeting reading and writing standards and was dim. Today as an older person, if I don't keep on top of the allergies, I can soon start suffering from a range of sinus problems. I was born in the 1950s. Today, there are treatments available. Years ago, my condition didn't seem to be fully recognised or understood. You certainly didn't get antibiotics until the 1970's in the UK.
From what I have read, Wallis referred to him as David…..and she treated him just as she treated any man that was interested in her, almost like a play thing or toy that she enjoyed “playing “ with….
Washington is a very humid place; you could be experiencing an allergy to mold. My husband developed full-blown asthma as a result of exposure to mold during a visit to Washington (well, friends in Maryland, actually).
I'm looking forward to hearing more about Edward's behind the scenes behavior next week, but it reminds me of how little we actually knew about Harry, compared to what we THOUGHT we knew. He had all sorts of bad behaviour, and it was covered up, so that when we saw him unfiltered, it was a shock. What's worse is to remember that the people who knew him and experienced his sullen moods and temper tantrums *put up with it* for years. Such is the cachet of royalty, and it must have been even worse back in the 30s.
The comment about the Harry we thought we knew was very astute. Thank you for mentioning it. I never quite thought about it that way, always blaming Meghan for the “change” in Harry.
Yes, you’re right. The Palace did a REALLY GOOD job of covering for Harry. It’s amazing how good of a job they did!
The Bible tells us NOT to follow our heart and actually says that heart is the “Great Deceiver.”
Great to see the first episode . Can I just say that you said god wants you to bring good in the real world . Out here there are real people too and you bring so much good into a lot of lives on here too never forget that either great to have you back xx
Great to have you back!!! David - when Prince of Wales was known to be lazy and cherry pick what he wanted to do before Wallis was on the scene. When Edward VIII - he was still lazy and neglectful of his duties with Wallis the country and responsibilities were the last thing on his mind!! He would have been a weak and dreadful King. His brother Albert later to become King George VI was brave and faced his fears with such courage that he inspired a nation. King George VI with his family was the King that we deserved and needed at the time and then followed by Elizabeth II. My Grandmother met the King and Queen during the Blitz - she always said it was part of God’s plan that it should be this way and I must agree with her.
It was said that the official papers would go back with Martini stains and cigarette burns
I agree. Edward/David would have been a weak king and not done the right thing for the people. I guess we should say thank you to Ms Simpson for that. Not sure if I can ever say the same to Nutmeg/MM
You have to understand the absolute power sex has over some people.They will move heaven and earth, do anything, say anything, sacrifice anything, including people, in the pursuit of satisfying their desires. Years ago a friend of mine who had a good marriage lost it after her husband got back from Vietnam. He told her she would never be able to do for him what he experienced over there. He was totally selfish and not interested in a normal loving relationship.She finally gave up and let him go. He spent the rest of his miserable life in his endless depraved quest for satisfaction. For a long time she thought it was her fault, but found happiness with a good man.I think Wallis fulfilled his wildest desires, but became bored with him early on. The war ensued, and by the time it was over, she was just old and not in any position to attract another man. He was a shallow, greedy, selfish, spoiled, entitled, lazy, low IQ fool--not unlike Half-Wit. Someone should write a book about both couples.
Sorry but I can’t help but wonder what “they did for him over there” that his wife couldn’t do - Never mind; don’t answer that! 😉
p.s. I read somewhere that Wallace had picked up some “tricks” while she was in China -
I went down the Wallis and David rabbit hole five years ago. Read every book I could find. It’s a fascinating story. I will enjoy this series!
I’m totally with you on those who use threats of suicide as a manipulative tool to get what they want. Despicable.
Rereading this book along with you. It’s like a Biblical story from the Old Testament. Love this story
I'm so glad you are covering this book! How a biography about two irredeemably malignant entitled royal turds could be such an enjoyable read is beyond me, but it definitely is. Tom Bowers had equally repulsive material to work with and met the challenge, so there's that. Anyway, I love your commentary. 💗
Excited to share this new book with you and curious how many similarities we will find with the Harry and Meghan! Would love to hear how you are doing personally settling into your new house and teaching 4th grade!! It’s great to have you back. ❤️
Yes, definitely!
Agreed 👍🏽
Same here! Happy to have her back ❤
The more I listen to your channel, the more respect I feel for royals like Bertie and William. They have to be SO grateful for the difficult challenges in their lives, which developed them into men of real character, especially compared to David and Harry. Another huge similarity is their choice of wife. They each chose caring supportive partners in Elizabeth and Kate, who made them even better men. Another sad contrast with David and Harry.
I wonder how Prince William and Princess Catherine will avoid the mistakes of previous royal family members of raising weirdos, perverts, or misfits
So happy you’re back! You were missed!
Hi Denise ..Thankyou for doing this 🥰I always found the Duke of Winsdor's story quite fascinating also I must say they did not put down the RF in any way to their credit not like the latest couple have .. looking forward to this book
Oh they did, they just didn’t have social media. He nearly destroyed the RF & the country just remember Hitler and other fascist dictators and Sir Oswald Mosley where trying to subvert democracy and who was big chums with them David & Wallis and that whole feckless bunch of inbred aristocrats who always got what they wanted, at least now we see them for what they were.
The RF financed the Windsors lifestyle. The Windsors didnt speak badly of them because they feared being cut off financially.
I wonder if the Queen ever saw the similarities between David and Harry?
Very interesting thought!
Surely
The queen sent meghan to her wedding in the same car wallace used at David's funeral. Felt like a little wink from the queen.
I'm sorry you're experiencing discomfort. It can definitely be an allergic reaction to something. Maybe a mild anti-hystamine would be helpful if you're open to it. I'd get it checked out if it doesn't subside after a day or two. This video is so appreciated. I hope you feel better soon Cheere!
My daughter’s lips swelled up just like that, but worse when she was in (insert name of popular vacation spot usually for people with money I think) when she was on a weekend getaway during her semester in Spain on an exchange program /study program of sorts. She’s been back to visit a couple of times, but she just did the one semester there. The rest was at Babson U in Massachusetts. In Wellesley Massachusetts, but not at Wellesley. 😆
She had had beverage at the tables outside the bar there which was full of fruits, including one she had never had before. The general consensus was, it was from that. And it just took like another day to go down.
I hope if Cheere Denise sees this anytime soon that is better already! Or at least on the way down. They don’t have that huge to me, but I take your word for it.
No one reviews books like you do. So glad you're back.
Storytime is back 🎉
Sitting comfy with a cuppa tea over here in London.
This is a fantastic book! So happy we are doing this one!
Failed to tell you welcome back yesterday. I hope you will leave all burdens behind, and if not, then overcome them with the same grace. It's always a joy listening to you. Thank you for the effort.
Welcome back!
Allergies are not fun. Dust could be the culprit but the new climate can present its own array of allergens. I’m a midwest farm girl who sniffled through July and August when the ragweed was in full bloom. Since moving to FL, i have MAYBE 6 weeks without sneezing, sniffling and having eyes that look like i just broke up with a high school boyfriend! Changing seasons, climates and unpacking? You’re doing amazingly well!
I read the whole book over the summer and will gladly go back to each chapter with you. (I’ve been waiting and filling the days with Tudor history🙄😮) Without giving anything away, any comparison between Harry’s wife and Wallis will find Harry’s wife to be even more awful and Wallis being (except for the Nazi stuff) gracious, avoiding scandal for a good long while and accepting of the mess she found herself in. Frivolous, materialistic and aloof, yes, but not cursing the family of her husband. She lives a privileged life and seemed to respect the way she achieved it but seldom pulled attention to herself by seeking pity. Whereas Harry’s wife manipulated and orchestrated her life and his to be in a position to bemoan what she’s lost and given up, Mrs Simpson was the one who found herself the pawn in Edward’s game, a piece that was useful to him but not the best move for her.
I found the book rather dry so am counting on you and us to make it a “juicier” story.; all the elements are there!
I too read this book ahead of Cheere’s review & agree about WS’s virtues, be they few, when compared to MM. Prior to this book I knew very little about this duo aside from the abdication & a smattering of their controversies which (I thought) could’ve been exaggerated by propaganda of the times. Boy was I wrong Nevertheless, as selfish, self-serving & delusional as the Windsors proved to be..(what could be worse than shmoozing nazi’s😵)…comparing their saga, warts & all, to H&M’s virtuosity only highlights the fact that history will not be kind to the Sussex 2😬
Really astonishing.
I knew immediately when I saw you that your lips were swollen. The exact same thing happened to me. I woke up and my lips were huge and swollen. I went to an urgent care facility and they prescribed an ointment to rub on my lips. By that night it was gone. They told me that I had an allergic reaction to something, but I still have no idea what it was. I hope your lips return to their normal size! At first I thought “did she get lip filler?”. But I found that hard to believe!
Never would I ever get fillers!!! That’s why I had to say something about it! I couldn’t let you guys think I had destroyed my face on purpose 🤣🤣🤣
@@cheeredeniseso glad you’re not one of those silly girls - I found it hard to believe until you explained
Yes; very possible the dust!
CD, YOU HAVE THE ABSOLUTE BEST CHANNEL! LOVE your take on things 👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Please keep doing what you do!
Big Fan
I am so happy you chose this book. Thank you
I’ve recently read this book and there are strong similarities between the Windsors and Harkles. The absolute sense of entitlement and treachery in both couples.
What an inspired idea to contrast the Wacky Windsors to the Hapless Harkles! Thanks! 🙏
So happy to have you back. Weekly episodes will work out well for you, I hope. ❤
Thanks to you I’m now reading this book. Sooo good!! 😊
I am also reading this book now.
So excited to see you back. As an elementary school teacher of 30 years, I love the way you explain the novels to us listeners. Wallis and Edward are a fascinating couple. I have read about every book on these two. Best of luck with 4th. The novels Number the Stars, Tuck Everlasting, The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe, and Where the Red Fern Grows, are some of my favorite books that I have taught for this grade.
A school teacher who does not know the difference between a novel and a biography‽
That's concerning.
I taught elementary school too for 30 years! 4th grade! Some of my favorite books that I taught from
Caddie Woodlawn
From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler.
Cricket in Times Square
Reading with children is the most important thing we can do for them.
I am so excited that you are back. Good luck with the new teaching job.
Ernest Simpson left his first wife for her. He seemed besotted also. He was paid off but hadn't wanted to lose her.
One would think Harry would have recognized the utter failure Edward & Wallace were, and not follow in their footsteps.
I doubt Harry ever bothered to learn the full facts. As he appears to live in the moment.
I recall something about harry being asked (at school by a teacher) why he didn’t know anything about his own family history. (Did he say he had no interest in it? I can’t recall).
😂😂 just like megn knew nothing about any harry or his family either 😂😂😂😂
All the stress of the summer you've had will make you susceptible to all manner of allergies, etc. It'll take time, but you'll rebalance. 🌹
Good morning. So happy that you did NOT go Kardashian on us. I hope Traitor King is just as entertaining as Spare and Revenge! You are one of my favs! Watching you faithfully! ❤ 💋🤪 This too shall pass, Cheere! Keep up the good work! You shine bright, like a diamond 💎
IMO from what I've read - Wallace was the ultimate dominatrix - he liked that, a lot
I´m really enjoying this and seeing you again! Keep a close eye on that allergy, fingers crossed it goes away quickly.
There's always a promise of perfection, behind every temptation to the mirage, one more sacrifice to make one compromise to your hearts desires.
THAT IS PROFOUNDLY SAID. JUST WOW.
Supposedly, The Queen Mother always referred to Mrs. Simpson as "that woman". Oh how I would love to know what The Queen Mother would have to say about the Harkles.
Hank you do doing this for us. I had 3 young boy that I basically raise myself. My middle son died the summer off 2020 with fentanyl poisoning. He was helping me my second son who was having problems controlling a seizure disorder and he has CP and it total care at 40, also mental problems, my oldest son was very settled and lost his dream job. I retired early to take care of my son and I just have to block my mind out with channel like your. I am into the royal drama because it doesn’t affect me or have any triggers like what’s going on with our country. I have enjoyed you reviews very much and plan to go back and lister to them all. Hope all gets better with you.
I hope things are going better with you, and I'm glad you have this outlet for stress reduction/enjoyment.
So happy you’re back girl! I’m sorry I didn’t reply to your video yesterday. Hope you’re all less stressed with your move. Wish you all the best!🌻💛
It's lovely to have you back.
Thank you, Cheere, for taking time, even on the weekends, to bring us another great book. Praying your new job will work out well for you. There are many teachers in my family, and it's always a challenge each year what may be ahead for the coming year. ❤
I absolutely love you leading us through this book! Thank you so much!! Xx
My dear cheere.
Please, do remember that one of the main causes of skin reactions are due to stress.
Thanks for so much wisdom and your work.
I did miss you this summer but i listened to your lists❤
God bless you and your family
Not a fan of the trout pout eh Cheere . Don’t blame you. Hope you find what you’re allergic to. This promises to be a great read. Thank you. No, she was not a pretty woman but she must have had ‘something’. How genetics travel down the line . 🙏🙏🙏👵🇦🇺
Maybe she was like Rachel Ragland and 'would do anything' 😉
Runs in the Family. Im now a UK republican. Enough is enough
Imagine if He stayed King
Hitler is 1 reason
They escaped a disaster (monarchy)
That they didn't even know that
The disaster was there!
We just moved &I'm still unpacking. My eyes become itchy , drippy & sore. 😢
I am so excited for this!!! ❤ I love our book club so much! ❤ Only just started the video and I'm already hooked!
I hope you feel better soon! I have an allergic reaction to dust mites and mould. It could be something in the air /environment. Sometimes moving to a new climate can set off allergies.
Thank you Cheere! ❤ best wishes to you and your family ❤
I think that David thought he could have it all. He saw his brother Berty as weak and easily pliable. So maybe he believed he could rule through Berty and have Wallis. However, he didn’t realize the mortal enemy he and Wallis had made in Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. She also blamed him for Berty’s early death, regardless that he smoked 5 packs of cigarettes a day. She held enormous power over her daughter, even though QEII did soften a bit at the end of her Uncle’s life.
David and Wallis were really snobbish and horrible to the Queen Mother throughout though so I think she had good reason to dislike them
Actually Cheere the old king saw it all...not only that David would ruin himself in a year but that Elizabeth would, once she succeeded, do a bang up job.
So glad to have you back, I have missed your book reading. The Duke of Windsor and Harry sure share the same genes. Can't wait for the next chapter.
Wallis called him the Little man .In a letter to Ernest she calls him peter pan . They must have talked togther mocking him .
So glad you are back, you do a wonderful job in talking about people and their lives! Hope you feel better soon ❤
Elizabeth would still have been queen as Edward had no children and her father was heir
Have you seen The Windsors? The Harry character calls him "Edward Vee Eye Eye Eye". Hysterical!
He was the ultimate stalker!🙄
I am so glad that you are back. I really missed you! Hope your life is beginning to settle in.
So happy you are back, have really missed your content.
Great you have now found a home.
The fact David's being in bed with the Nazis was kept pretty quiet for decades. The problem with the abdication was his behaviour was kept quiet to the masses unlike the upper classes and government who knew what David was really like.
Unfortunately there are a lot of similarities between David and Harry, both married American divorcees ( British public did not care about M colour it was what havoc the last American marrying into the RF caused that made people distrustful of her ).
Mentally David and Harry ate similar and both a bit work shy ) If RF survived Mrs Simpson I think it can survive M.
By the way not sure what David did during WW1 but his brother later George VI served and was at the Battle of Jutland.
Unfortunately David gave a number of Royal jewels to Wallace, which were sold off after she died not returned to the RF, David did not have the right to give away family stuff.
So glad to be listening to another Cheere Denise book review. You’re very talented. I struggle to ever finish a book, so your channel is so fun for me. Thanks for all your effort and hard work.
I loved this book. David was a petulant, spoiled, entitled boy! I found myself disgusted by him. He expected everyone to cater to him, to pay for his expenses, and they did, including the French government. His weird kinks, sexual proclivities only added to his pathetic, weak character. He is an unlikeable man. It’s great to have you back, I missed you ❤️
Gee, he sounds like Harry, doesn't he? Two pathetic, spoilt grifters.
When I read how he and Wallis spoke about Elizabeth the Queen Mother it made me despise them so much. They, E&W, were such snobs and spoke of her with such disdain and yet his brother and family took over the responsibilities he gave up so Edward was able to flit off to live the life of a bored socialite. Yet, throughout his life, he was always angry because he felt the RF and the British people did not appreciate him.
It’s more brave to give into your hearts whim? Gosh David if bravery was that easy I think everyone could be a hero!😂
Hooray! I was so pleased to see this notification pop up. I hope this means your difficulties have eased or at least been brought under control.
I’m so happy to have you back. I love your take on the story. Sorry you had a tough summer.
It's really unfortunate how this toxic relationship is romanticized. It's really sad.
Down with simpering fools & great to have you back!
My son's fiance got two Yorkie puppies weeks before being diagnosed with AML. She passed away 6 months later. He is a 6'2" bearded burly truck driver who travels with those reminders of his loss. It has been almost 11 years since she left 💔 us. I can guarantee that no one accuses him of being effeminate 😉.
I haven't even listened yet but didn't know you were back until this second. Now i get to binge. Yayy 🎉
I remember reading a biography about the former King Edward#8. His prime minister at the time said...He has a terrifying combination of an intelligent man and the horror of the behavior of a 5 year old child! He thought Edward was mentally in- balanced! Wallis and her husband who socialized with this Bohemian crowd got way over her head! She took thousands of dollars(his money, almost 1/3) for courture jewelery, clothes and more...She wrote him a goodbye letter to return to her husband...Edward threatened suicide!!...if she would not marry him! How sick and pathetic is that?? They lived their lives until his death in a very shallow, endless seen to be seen parties in Europe and US...she never loved him and treated him more as a faithful puppy...very sad.
Cheere, I just want to say again that I'm so glad both you and your family are fine, and that you're back again! You nailed it as usual. I don't think Wallis ever intended for Edward to give up the throne for her -- in fact, I've read that she begged him not to. My only criticism of the book so far, is that I'm disappointed the author didn't start at the beginning -- and tell us about E & W's childhoods and young adulthood. That's how I like my biographies -- when we can sort of grow up with the person, and learn about their early lives and how they reacted to it. Then you can better understand why they made some of their choices later on. I just think it gives you a fuller picture of them. But I will continue to listen, because I love hearing your thoughts! 😊
I'm not sure you'll see this, hope so. Saw the post re: Lady C - please don't worry or stop because of this, you're not at fault, I saw the clip, I agreed with you and Will until I see differently. I so enjoy your content, will support from UK 😊
You probably have a dust or mold allergy. I have a doctors excuse to get out of house cleaning 😂. That’s what I told my husband anyway. Try Flonase or another OTC nasal spray.
Welcome back! I smiled when I saw your CZcams video alert.
Cheere! I am so glad you are back! Sorry to hear you had such a crazy time! I know the housing market is crazy. My summer has not been that crazy but it's been a weird one. I look forward to this book. Have you ever considered writing a book? I love to listen to your perspective, I can see that coming to life in paper as well. Thanks for making my menial tasks better so I have something to listen to. Keep being strong!
I would love to write a book someday…maybe down the road!
I think this will be a fabulous book! I am looking forward to it.❤
Ok; sometimes the CZcams algorithm knows what (and who) I will like, lol. Came for the Worthy, staying for the king😅
You can develop an allergy to pretty much anything at any age. Last month out of nowhere I suddenly developed
an allergy to cats.
Glad you are back and the original Harry and Meghan is so apt. I have always thought that
Most politicians and monarchists were glad to see the back of Edward VIII. His behaviour was reprehensible throughout his life; Wallis was just the latest. Everyone, like his father, knew he wasn't fit to be king. His abdication demonstrated that he was indeed totally unfit to be king lacking the necessary character or work ethic. His behaviour after the abdication showed the UK and empire were lucky to have him abdicate.
Thanks for a great episode. Based on the documentary "The Traitor King," we're going to see just how evil David is.
I was so happy when this video popped up on my feed! It's great to see the familiar book ladder. I watched the video about your summer! What a summer that was. Look after yourself. 🥰🥰
So wonderful to have you back. Looking beautiful as always and I’m going to enjoy this so much. I watched many documentaries on them. ❤❤
Great to have you back!
Oh hooray! I read this years ago but I’ve been super excited to hear your takes on this book. 🎉
The Kardashian lips lol lol. I never thought that.. But I did think you looked a little bit different. I think you're a lovely commentator and I'm so glad I found you again.
Yes, dust and airborne allergians can definitely make you miserable with all sorts of upper respiratory problems! Maybe even swollen lips🤔.
Bless you dear and thanks for sharing your darling talent!
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