First editions of the Dutch translation of Omid Scobie's book Endgame are selling for up to €175 on resale websites, after it emerged that the Dutch version names two senior royals allegedly involved in discussions about the skin colour of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's unborn child. The original retail price was €22.99.
Dutch journalists reported that Eindstrijd, the translated title, contains the names on pages 128 and 334. Jeroen Snel, a royalty correspondent for RTL Boulevard, displayed the book on live television, stating that King Charles III and the Princess of Wales are named in connection with the speculation about Archie's skin colour.
Scobie denied any intentional naming, suggesting a translation error. 'There has never been a version I produced that has names in it,' he said. The Dutch publisher, Xander Uitgevers, has temporarily withdrawn the book, citing an error, and plans to release a corrected edition on 8 December.
The controversy has led to a frenzy among British media, with some questioning whether the Dutch version contained a mistranslation or failed to implement final edits. The book has been removed from Dutch stores and online listings.
