New Book Reveals Early Romance of Prince William and Catherine

In a recently obtained excerpt from the book "Catherine, The Princess of Wales," author Robert Jobson sheds light on the early relationship between Prince William and Catherine Middleton during their university years at St. Andrews. The couple often sought privacy by retreating to royal estates such as Highgrove, Sandringham, and Balmoral, as well as checking into hotels under the pseudonyms Mr. and Mrs. Smith, a nod to the popular 2005 film starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Jobson notes that the use of these aliases was likely a playful attempt to maintain anonymity, although it was not particularly effective. The royal reportedly adopted the name "Steve" as a cover during his initial college days, with Catherine supporting this ruse by using the name herself. This effort to blend in reflects the couple's desire for a semblance of normalcy amid their royal status. The couple's efforts to disguise their identities extended to vacations as well. In Andrew Morton's 2011 biography, it is revealed that they used the names "Martin and Rose Middleton" during a trip to the Seychelles, coinciding with their reunion after a brief separation. This period of their lives was marked by personal growth and exploration, as William later described in an ITV interview following their engagement in 2010. Overall, these revelations provide a glimpse into the youthful romance of the future royal couple, highlighting their attempts to navigate love and privacy in the public eye.