Queen Camilla contacted Peter James during lockdown to ask if she could be a central character in his novel, showing her interest in being part of the story.

James learned of Camilla's admiration for his work through a newspaper interview, where she was pictured with two of his books, which sparked their connection.

The novel features Roy Grace traveling from East Sussex to London on a royal train that derails, with Camilla helping passengers, blending royal elements into the crime story.

James discussed the book with Buckingham Palace and was given a three-and-a-half-hour tour of the palace to help accurately set scenes involving royal settings.

The novel 'The Hawk is Dead' is scheduled for release in October 2025, with Camilla depicted assisting passengers after the train derailment, adding a royal touch to the plot.

James received approval from Buckingham Palace for Camilla's portrayal, including scenes where she helps passengers after a royal train derailment, which he depicted in his book.

Author Peter James incorporated Queen Camilla as a character in his upcoming crime novel, 'The Hawk is Dead,' set to be released in October 2025, after she personally requested to be involved.

Camilla's request to be featured in the novel was granted, and she expressed her preference for a London setting, leading James to incorporate her suggestions.

Camilla suggested relocating the story's main character, Roy Grace, from Brighton to London, and James integrated her into the storyline, reflecting her influence.

During lockdown, Camilla, then Duchess of Cornwall, set up a book club that included James as one of the authors, fostering a correspondence between them.