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Prima Facie
- Narrated by: Jodie Comer
- Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins
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Summary
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This audiobook is narrated by Jodie Comer (Killing Eve, The Last Duel, The End We Start From), who won Best Actress in both the Tony and Olivier awards for her performance in the theatre production of Prima Facie. Her performance in the play was lauded as "infusing breath-taking emotional drama into every word" (Guardian), with "tremendous skill and improbable stamina" (New York Times). Here she returns to Tessa in this intimate and skilful performance.
From the Olivier award-winning playwright of Prima Facie Suzie Miller comes her first novel, where power, patriarchy and morality diverge.
‘She played by the rules, but the rules are broken.'
Tessa Ensler is a brilliant barrister who's forged her career in criminal defence through sheer determination. Since her days at Cambridge, she’s carefully disguised her working class roots in a male-dominated world where who you know is just as important as what you know. Driven by her belief in the right to a fair trial and a taste for victory, there’s nothing Tessa loves more than the thrill of getting her clients acquitted.
It seems like Tessa has it made when she is approached for a new job and nominated for the most prestigious award in her field. But when a date with a charismatic colleague goes horribly wrong, Tessa finds that the rules she’s always played by might not protect her, forcing her to question everything she's ever believed in…
“It has been an absolute joy to return to Tessa’s story whilst recording this audiobook. My hope is that it will reach the widest number of people, perhaps who weren’t able to see the play. I’ve personally enjoyed delving into her story again and am excited for audiences to experience this further exploration gifted to us by the wonderful Suzie Miller.” Jodie Comer
'Enthralling and sharp-witted . . . Highly recommended' Karin Slaughter
'Bold, fearless, heartbreakingly timeless. Written with skill, humour, despair and hope, Prima Facie is a deeply rewarding, absolute must read' Chris Whitaker
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'Miller's star shines as brightly as a novelist as it does as a playwright. Prima Facie the novel gives us what novels do: the intimacy of interior life.' (Anna Funder, author of STASILAND)
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- Rupert M
- 01-05-24
Heartfelt insights into serious allegations brought to trial
I loved the freshness and the directness of this book. My professional life has followed a similar (but not identical) path to that of Tessa’s and so there were many thoughts and feelings expressed so beautifully that I could understand.
However (and if you don’t want a spoiler - stop reading now) the last chapters dealing with the trial and the preparation for it by Tessa are dangerously misleading. First, the statistics quoted as to successful prosecutions for rape are simply wrong. The true rate is closer to 70%. Second, any person unfortunate enough to be in Tessa’s shoes would NEVER spend an afternoon in Chambers with the prosecution KC before the trial. Whilst it may have provided a useful dramatic episode, it is entirely unethical and would not happen in England and Wales.
I say these things because there is a dangerous risk that people who have been sexually assaulted may be put off from making a complaint because of what is in this book.
Nobody pretends that it is an easy ride, but the police, the courts and CPS have all changed beyond recognition since the bad old days before 2003.
Having said that, this is a book that ought to be read and thoroughly enjoyed by every adult in Britain. It was also beautifully performed Jodie Comer. I wish I had seen her in the play.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-03-24
Too real! A must read/listen!
I am so grateful that Suzie decided to write this. Unfortunately it’s all true and I tried to hold myself from crying a lot of times. Women fought so many big fights to get to this point and yet, still so much to fight for! I really hope this books is read by many women but also by many men and it paves the way for justice and better world. The interpretation is perfect as always from the amazing Jodie Comer. She was the main reason I even heard about this book in the first place. A bit sad I couldn’t see the theatrical play, that’s would have been lifetime experience and a big cry:) I will recommend this book to all my friends. Or even better, a perfect birthday gift.
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- Sam
- 22-03-24
Exceptional story.
Unexpected, incredible and important. One of the best stories I’ve listened to, yet it’s true
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- N
- 28-03-24
everything was captivating
From the narration wonderfully performed by Jodie Comer, to the story itself wholly captivating from the start.
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- Ellesapelle
- 30-03-24
Brilliant poignant story
Excellent narration by Jodie. such an absorbing story that gives you the story from both side of the courts. Highly recommend!
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- ABrad
- 01-04-24
Amazing
One of the best and socially most important listens I’ve heard all year. Jodie Cromer does an amazing voice performance too.
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- Ruth
- 03-04-24
Outstanding
Nothing I can say except a MUST Listen/Read. Heart wrenching performance by Jodie Comer and a story that needed to be told. Wow
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- Amazon Customer
- 05-04-24
Excellent story and narration
Fantastic. Best audiobook I ever listened to. Gripping . Envious of anyone who hasn’t read it yet
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- Miss NJ Williams
- 05-04-24
fantastic audio book
well paced, thought provoking and incredibly well performed. Should be essential reading for all those in the legal profession.
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- Georgia Flowers
- 05-04-24
Outstanding!
Excellently written and beautifully read. This story expertly tackles a huge subject with simplicty, precision and care. It should be on school syllabuses.
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