The Witness
The most authentic, twisty legal thriller, from the barrister author of In Black and White
(Autor) Alexandra WilsonThe remarkable debut novel by prominent young mixed-race barrister Alexandra Wilson is a moving, twisty legal thriller for the 21st century. SHE SAW IT ALL BUT SHE CAN NEVER TELL A young black man is arrested for murder. The case against him is strong - a mum and a teacher saw him standing over a body in a park, a knife still in hand. But his up-and-coming barrister Rosa knows how people prejudge, but most of all, she suspects something is amiss. This boy comes from her neighbourhood. From a good family. So she begins to dig... As Rosa discovers secret upon terrible secret, she moves closer to finding a testimony that could win the case - or bring the whole establishment down on her. The Witness is a frightening thriller about how we judge guilt, about the strength of a young woman, and is the start of a groundbreaking new series.
Alexandra Wilson
Alexandra Wilson is a renowned novelist known for her gripping debut work "The Inheritance of Loss," which won the Man Booker Prize. Her literary style blends rich character development with intricate storytelling, exploring themes of identity, migration, and cultural belonging. Wilson's contributions to literature have earned her international acclaim and praise.
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