Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, released six months after her death, reveals her profound fear of dying as a ‘sex slave’ under Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, while detailing new allegations against Prince Andrew and other powerful figures. The book, titled ‘Nobody’s Girl,’ intensifies the long-standing scandal over elite abuse and trafficking, sparking fresh political and royal repercussions.
Giuffre’s memoir, obtained by the BBC ahead of its official publication on October 21, 2025, paints a harrowing picture of her teenage years trapped in Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring. She describes being ‘lent out to scores of wealthy, powerful people’ and subjected to routine humiliation, violence, and sadomasochistic sex that left her praying to black out from pain. Her account underscores the systemic abuse orchestrated by Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence, with Giuffre writing that she feared she might not survive the ordeal.
Central to the memoir are Giuffre’s allegations against Prince Andrew, whom she accuses of sexual assault on three separate occasions when she was a minor. She claims their first encounter occurred in London in March 2001, after Maxwell introduced her as a ‘Cinderella’ meeting a ‘handsome prince.’ Giuffre recalls Andrew correctly guessing her age as 17 and later having sex with her at Maxwell’s home, for which Epstein paid her $15,000. The prince has consistently denied these claims, but Giuffre’s detailed narrative adds weight to her long-standing accusations.
The second alleged incident took place about a month later at Epstein’s New York townhouse, and the third on Epstein’s private island, which Giuffre describes as an ‘orgy’ involving approximately eight other young, non-English-speaking girls who appeared underage. These revelations come amid ongoing scrutiny of Andrew’s ties to Epstein, including newly unearthed emails contradicting his earlier statements about ending their friendship. The memoir’s timing has forced Andrew to recently renounce his Duke of York title, though he retains his princely status as the son of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Political fallout has escalated, with British MPs like Rachael Maskell and Stephen Flynn calling for Andrew’s titles to be formally stripped, arguing that public outrage demands accountability. The Metropolitan Police is ‘actively looking into’ reports that Andrew attempted to obtain personal information about Giuffre through his police protection officer in 2011, potentially involving data protection violations. This has heightened tensions within the royal family, as King Charles focuses on diplomatic duties while the scandal dominates headlines.
Giuffre’s account also highlights broader themes of power and impunity, noting how Epstein’s circle included influential figures who exploited vulnerable young women. She reflects on the 2022 financial settlement with Andrew, which included a gag order she believed was meant to protect the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, expressing frustration over the lack of a meaningful apology. The memoir’s publication has reignited debates about justice for trafficking victims and the need for institutional reforms to prevent such abuses.
As the book reaches readers, it is expected to fuel further investigations and public discourse, particularly regarding the role of elites in perpetuating exploitation. Giuffre’s brother has urged King Charles to strip Andrew of his prince title, emphasizing the family’s ongoing pain. The scandal shows no signs of abating, with potential legal actions and continued media scrutiny likely to shape the narrative around accountability and redemption for years to come.