Prima Facie

Tessa, a brilliant barrister from a working-class background, has mastered the legal system, using her sharp mind to defend clients. However, one night, she experiences a traumatic event that forces her to confront the very system she excels in. Faced with a life-altering decision, Tessa must consider testifying about her rape, knowing the law may not protect her. This novel offers a raw and propulsive examination of the immense cost victims pay when speaking out against a flawed system.