A striking society beauty with her own ‘court’ of actors, playboys and bohemians. This intimate biography explores the reality behind the myth of the Queen's younger sister – Princess Margaret.

Prevented from marrying her first love, Peter Townsend in the name of duty, Princess Margaret’s life in Royal terms was unorthodox. She enjoyed pursuits such as travel, ballet, parties, music and fashion but was equally interested in religion and prayer and always maintained a deep respect for tradition.