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Queen Camilla to Star in Peter James' New Novel

10/12/2025

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Peter James, the crime novelist, revealed that Queen Camilla asked to be a character in his new novel The Hawk is Dead.
The book features Camilla alongside detective Roy Grace as they navigate a derailed royal train incident.
Peter James first learned of Camilla's admiration in 2016, leading to correspondence.
Queen Camilla suggested plot elements for the novel.
The Hawk is Dead is scheduled for release on October 21, 2025.

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Story summary

Peter James, the crime novelist, revealed that Queen Camilla asked to be a character in his new novel The Hawk is Dead.
The book features Camilla alongside detective Roy Grace as they navigate a derailed royal train incident.
Peter James first learned of Camilla's admiration in 2016, leading to correspondence.
Queen Camilla suggested plot elements for the novel.
The Hawk is Dead is scheduled for release on October 21, 2025.