Key Takeaways
- Virginia Roberts Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, "Nobody’s Girl", has sold over 1 million copies worldwide in just two months
- The book has revived criticism of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly a British prince, who Giuffre alleged had sex with her when she was 17
- The memoir has also heightened demands for the Justice Department to release its files on Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges
- Giuffre’s family has expressed pride in her impact, but also sorrow that she is not alive to see the response to her book
- The book’s success has led to renewed calls for accountability and justice for victims of sex trafficking and abuse
Introduction to the Memoir’s Success
The posthumous memoir of Virginia Roberts Giuffre, "Nobody’s Girl", has achieved remarkable success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide in just two months. The book, co-written by author-journalist Amy Wallace, was published in early October and has been a huge commercial success, with over half of the sales coming from North America. The US edition of the book is now in its 10th printing, after an initial run of 70,000 copies. This is a testament to the public’s interest in Giuffre’s story and the impact she has had on the world.
The Allegations Against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
The memoir has also revived criticism of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly a British prince, whom Giuffre alleged had sex with her when she was 17. Mountbatten-Windsor has long denied Giuffre’s claims, but the allegations have had significant consequences for him. Within weeks of Giuffre’s book being published, King Charles III stripped Mountbatten-Windsor of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence. Mountbatten-Windsor has also paid millions in an out-of-court settlement in 2022 after Giuffre filed a civil suit against him in New York. While he didn’t admit wrongdoing, he acknowledged Giuffre’s suffering as a victim of sex trafficking.
The Response from Giuffre’s Family
Giuffre’s family, including siblings Sky Roberts and Danny Wilson, has expressed a mix of emotions about the book’s success. In a statement, they said, "This is a bittersweet moment for us. We are enormously proud of our sister, and the impact she continues to have on the world. We’re also filled with so much sorrow that she couldn’t be here to witness the impact of her words. In her absence, our family remains committed to ensuring her voice is everlasting." Giuffre died by suicide in April at the age of 41, and her family’s statement highlights the complex emotions they must be feeling about the book’s success.
The Demand for Justice and Accountability
The memoir has also heightened demands that the Justice Department release its files on Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Epstein’s case has been the subject of much controversy and speculation, and many people believe that there is still much to be learned about his activities and the people who enabled him. The success of Giuffre’s book has added to the pressure on the Justice Department to release more information about Epstein’s case and to hold those responsible for his crimes accountable.
The Latest Developments in the Case
This week, Giuffre’s family expressed their "deep disappointment" after the Metropolitan police announced that Mountbatten-Windsor will not face a criminal investigation in the UK over allegations against him. This decision has been met with criticism from many who believe that Mountbatten-Windsor should be held accountable for his actions. The case is a reminder that there is still much work to be done to ensure justice and accountability for victims of sex trafficking and abuse.
Conclusion and Support Resources
The success of Giuffre’s memoir is a testament to the power of storytelling and the impact that one person’s voice can have on the world. While the book’s success is a bittersweet moment for Giuffre’s family, it is also a reminder of the importance of continuing to speak out against injustice and to demand accountability for those who have committed crimes. For those who may be affected by the issues raised in this article, there are resources available, including crisis support services such as Lifeline in Australia (13 11 14), the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US (1-800-273-8255), and Samaritans in the UK (116 123). Other international suicide helplines can be found at befrienders.org.