Prince Harry and Meghan Markle allegedly acquire book rights that bear resemblance to their lives

Have you ever stumbled upon a book that you felt was speaking directly to you? I don’t mean just in terms of relating to the writing style or content, but rather a book that feels eerily connected to your own life. Imagine if you were in a situation where you had a production deal with Netflix that could potentially be canceled if you didn’t deliver something remarkable. In that case, you would probably grasp onto any opportunity that resonated with you, right? It’s a relatable experience for many of us. Interestingly, this seems to be what Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have found themselves in. According to The Sun (via Deadline), they have apparently acquired the movie rights to a book called “Meet Me At The Lake” by Carley Fortune. The book’s plot loosely mirrors their lives, except without all the royal complications. While The Sun seems to be making quite a fuss about it, Deadline points out that the book revolves around a couple who meet in their thirties and tackles themes such as childhood trauma, mental health challenges, and postnatal depression. The story takes place in Toronto, a city the royal couple is familiar with. Allegedly, Prince Harry and Meghan paid a hefty sum of $4 million for the rights. However, keep in mind that this information comes from a “PR guru” the outlet spoke to, who also raised doubts about why the publisher chose them instead of a more established producer. It’s worth mentioning that none of this has been confirmed by Netflix, and even if it is true, progress on the project will have to wait until the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes are resolved. So, if you’re interested in seeing a movie that loosely relates to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s own experiences, such as losing a parent in a car crash or being in Toronto, perhaps it’s time to reach out to an AMPTP member and urge them to meet the unions’ demands!