In *Yes, Ma’am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants*, Queen Camilla’s early challenges with royal life are revealed.
The book explains that Camilla wasn’t always thrilled about becoming queen and found the strict protocols difficult to follow.
She reportedly asked King Charles, *“Can’t we get away from all this protocol?”* To which Charles, who dislikes swearing, gently replied, *“You’re doing it for me, darling.”*
The book also describes the rigid routines in the royal household, including having suits pressed, shoes polished, and even baths taken at the same time every day.
Both King Charles and Prince William are known to be very particular about these details.
One memorable moment in the book shows Camilla trying to let Princess Anne enter a room first, breaking royal tradition.
Anne, who knows the rules well, politely declined and let Camilla go ahead.
Though Camilla initially struggled with royal rules, she has grown into her role as queen. The book portrays her as someone who has learned to embrace the demands of royal life with confidence and grace.
