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challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault
Minor: Domestic abuse, Classism
challenging
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I knew how this book was going to end, but that didn’t make it any less of a kick in the guts to read.
I wish I could have enjoyed (is that the right word?) this book more. I feel like there was so much of the Before part of the book that the After section felt a bit short and rushed by comparison? Also, the lack of quotation marks meant that occasionally I was having to go back double check whether it was internal monologue or spoken dialogue
I wish I could have enjoyed (is that the right word?) this book more. I feel like there was so much of the Before part of the book that the After section felt a bit short and rushed by comparison? Also, the lack of quotation marks meant that occasionally I was having to go back double check whether it was internal monologue or spoken dialogue
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence
Moderate: Gaslighting
Minor: Domestic abuse, Classism
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I devoured the audiobook version of this book. Jodie Comer's reading was phenomenal, demonstrating her skill as an actor. Normal audio books seems so plain in comparison now! Despite knowing what the outcome would be, I thoroughly enjoyed the journey. As a woman this was both a relatable and thought provoking. I've learnt a lot about the UK's legal system and implied consent model.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Sexism
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Violence, Vomit, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, Classism
challenging
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
I picked up the audiobook of this after learning it was narrated by Jodie Comer, who did a show-stopping and heartfelt adaptation of the play this novel is based on. I will try my hardest to review the book and not let the play influence my thoughts on this. but first: a word on Jodie Comer;
if you have the opportunity to listen to this on audio, do not hesitate. Comer knows this work so well and makes this long and heavy book palatable in a way that it wouldn't be if I had to hear my own voice describe certain parts of this book. She is able to dip in and out of emotion so fluidly that it is truly beautiful to listen to. If the Grammy Audiobook category wasn't so rigged and skewed heavily towards celebs reading their own memoirs, this would certainly be a contender as she does a stellar performance. She is a mother to millions without ever giving birth, a friend to all without ever knowing you, the literal love of my life. If you have the opportunity to watch NTL's Recording of Prima Facie staring Jodie Comer, please do so.
I was enthralled by the play Prima Facie and was curious to see how the 90 minute play would be adapted into a 300+ page book, and felt that the author did this beautifully. She was able to build a world around Tessa that gave us more insight into her motivations for wanting to be a lawyer, her past, her background, her friends that I didn't need before but appreciated none the less. The writing in this book is so profound and beautiful, I feel this book should be required reading for everyone. Miller doesn't shy away from the gritty scenes of sexual assault, and while I don't always appreciate it in books, I can understand why it needed to happen here. She isn't afraid to put in words what most folks know; the criminal "justice" system as it stands was not made to defend and protect most people, especially victims of violent sexual crimes. Miller's writing makes you feel every emotion that Tessa is feeling so viscerally that there were times I needed to step away and watch a movie or something happy to not get bogged down by sadness. This book is -- simply put -- a masterclass in writing.
My real only issue with the book is that it came across a bit preachy at certain points. I say this, knowing that there was a long monologue at the end that makes several important points about sexual assault stats, how the justice system fails victims (and isn't designed for them to navigate), her loss of faith in the law, etc. However, in several points in the book, Tessa just kind of goes on and on about certain topics that makes it feel like an after school special, which puts me off at times (especially with subject matter like this, which I studied for 6+ years so it might just be a me problem). However, if you can overlook that, this book is an amazing, gut wrenching read/listen. Read this with your friends, your brothers, your sons. Thank you, Suzie Miller and Jodie Comer for bringing this to life.
if you have the opportunity to listen to this on audio, do not hesitate. Comer knows this work so well and makes this long and heavy book palatable in a way that it wouldn't be if I had to hear my own voice describe certain parts of this book. She is able to dip in and out of emotion so fluidly that it is truly beautiful to listen to. If the Grammy Audiobook category wasn't so rigged and skewed heavily towards celebs reading their own memoirs, this would certainly be a contender as she does a stellar performance. She is a mother to millions without ever giving birth, a friend to all without ever knowing you, the literal love of my life. If you have the opportunity to watch NTL's Recording of Prima Facie staring Jodie Comer, please do so.
I was enthralled by the play Prima Facie and was curious to see how the 90 minute play would be adapted into a 300+ page book, and felt that the author did this beautifully. She was able to build a world around Tessa that gave us more insight into her motivations for wanting to be a lawyer, her past, her background, her friends that I didn't need before but appreciated none the less. The writing in this book is so profound and beautiful, I feel this book should be required reading for everyone. Miller doesn't shy away from the gritty scenes of sexual assault, and while I don't always appreciate it in books, I can understand why it needed to happen here. She isn't afraid to put in words what most folks know; the criminal "justice" system as it stands was not made to defend and protect most people, especially victims of violent sexual crimes. Miller's writing makes you feel every emotion that Tessa is feeling so viscerally that there were times I needed to step away and watch a movie or something happy to not get bogged down by sadness. This book is -- simply put -- a masterclass in writing.
My real only issue with the book is that it came across a bit preachy at certain points. I say this, knowing that there was a long monologue at the end that makes several important points about sexual assault stats, how the justice system fails victims (and isn't designed for them to navigate), her loss of faith in the law, etc. However, in several points in the book, Tessa just kind of goes on and on about certain topics that makes it feel like an after school special, which puts me off at times (especially with subject matter like this, which I studied for 6+ years so it might just be a me problem). However, if you can overlook that, this book is an amazing, gut wrenching read/listen. Read this with your friends, your brothers, your sons. Thank you, Suzie Miller and Jodie Comer for bringing this to life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual violence
Minor: Domestic abuse
This book is about the rape of the main character and the subsequent trial. There are explicit scenes including the rape and trial that may be triggering for some readers who have experience sexual violence and the violence of the court system.
challenging
emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Violence, Vomit
Moderate: Domestic abuse