One day, a girl from a humble background met a handsome prince. The two fell in love and married, and the girl was transformed from a commoner to a princess. While this may sound like the plot of a fairy tale, it is the true-life story of Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge and future Queen of England. During her rise to royalty she has had to wrestle with life in the public eye, handling many challenges with her signature style, sophistication, and grace, while making a difference in the world.

1Berkshire Beginnings -- 5 -- 2 Attending St. Andrews and Meeting Prince William -- 19 -- 3 Adjusting to Life in the Public Eye -- 33 -- 4 A Royal Wedding -- 47 -- 5 Becoming a Royal -- 61 -- 6 The Birth of an Heir -- 73.