James Patterson tells the most heartbreaking story of our time, as only he canDianas life as a princess and a mothertimed to the 25th anniversary of her death. At age 13, she became Lady Diana Spencer. At 20, princess of Wales. At 21, she earned her most important title: mother. As she fell in love, first with Prince Charles and then with her sons, William and Harry, the world fell in love with the young royal familyDiana most of all. With one son destined to be king of England and one to find his own way, she taught them dual lessons about real life and royal tradition. "William and Harry will be properly prepared," Diana once promised. "I am making sure of this." Even after the shield of her love is tragically torn away, she remains their greatest protectorand the worlds enduring inspiration.