Giuffre’s bombshell memoir names Prince Andrew 88 times

Published: 21 October 2025. The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online.

Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, Nobody’s Girl, has caused a stir in the UK and beyond, with the late Epstein victim’s account naming Prince Andrew 88 times and detailing alleged sexual abuse at the hands of both Jeffrey Epstein and his associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. Collaborating with author Amy Wallace, Giuffre, who tragically died by suicide in April at the age of 41, sought to ensure that her suffering would serve a broader purpose—shining a light on systemic abuse and holding powerful figures accountable.

In the 400-page diary-style book, Giuffre recounts her harrowing experiences while under the control of Epstein and Maxwell. The memoir reveals that her encounters with Prince Andrew began when she was just 17, and Giuffre details in chilling clarity how power, privilege, and manipulation left her feeling powerless. From the outset, she emphasises that her story is intended not only as personal testimony but as a cautionary tale for others, particularly highlighting the intersection of wealth, influence, and sexual exploitation.

Giuffre recounts being in London at Maxwell’s townhouse when she was told Andrew would be joining them for dinner. “Just like Cinderella, I was going to meet a handsome prince,” she wrote, describing how she had spent the day shopping for outfits in preparation. During the evening, she wrote that Andrew, then 41, arrived and chatted with Epstein and the group in the entryway. She asked Epstein to take a photograph of herself with Andrew, capturing a moment that would later become a focal point in her legal claims.

The memoir details the night’s events further, including a visit to Tramp nightclub, where Giuffre described Andrew as a “bumbling dancer.” Returning to Maxwell’s home, she alleged that Maxwell instructed her, “you are to do for him what you do for Jeffrey,” leading to her first sexual encounter with Andrew. She recounted that he said “thank you in his clipped British accent. Afterwards, a phrase she interpreted as a display of entitlement.

Giuffre later described receiving $15,000 from Epstein for “servicing the man the tabloids called ‘Randy Andy.’” Around a month afterwards, she alleged another encounter at Epstein’s New York residence, where Maxwell presented Andrew with a puppet of himself, and Giuffre claims he touched another alleged victim, Johanna Sjoberg, inappropriately. Giuffre interpreted the puppet as a symbol of control, writing: “Johanna and I were Maxwell and Epstein’s puppets, and they were pulling the strings.”

Her memoir also details a third alleged sexual encounter with Andrew on Epstein’s private Caribbean island, Little Saint James, which she referred to as “Little Saint Jeff’s.” She stated that all the girls involved appeared to be under 18 and that many did not speak English, with Epstein allegedly laughing about how easily they could be manipulated. Giuffre’s recollections mirror prior sworn statements and legal filings, emphasising the consistency of her testimony over the years.

Giuffre also reflects on the psychological impact of her situation, particularly in relation to broader conspiracy theories surrounding Princess Diana’s death. She wrote that she felt trapped and powerless in the presence of people with enormous influence, including Andrew and Epstein. Giuffre’s then-boyfriend, Tony Figueroa, is quoted as expressing fear for her safety, highlighting the profound sense of entrapment she experienced while abroad.

Following Epstein’s release from prison for procuring a minor for prostitution, Giuffre wrote that she was shocked to see a photograph of Andrew with him in Central Park in 2011. The memoir describes how this fueled her perception of Andrew’s arrogance and the ongoing threats she faced. Later, she sold a photograph of herself with Andrew to the Mail on Sunday for $160,000, under an agreement not to speak to other outlets for three months, which she later reflected on as a naïve decision misunderstood by the public as opportunistic.

In 2019, Giuffre considered filing a lawsuit against Andrew, coinciding with his widely publicised BBC Newsnight interview in which he denied ever meeting her and claimed to have been at Pizza Express with his daughter on the date in question. Giuffre wrote that the interview, while devastating publicly for Andrew, strengthened her legal team’s resolve and provided critical leverage for her case.

Her memoir recounts the legal proceedings in the U.S., including initial difficulties in serving papers on Andrew due to his retreat to Balmoral Castle. Progress was made when a witness came forward, confirming seeing Giuffre and Andrew together at the Tramp nightclub. Giuffre also alleged that Andrew’s team attempted to hire internet trolls to discredit her online, adding another layer of intimidation she faced.

Concluding her memoir, Giuffre emphasizes that she came forward to protect others from experiencing similar abuse. She wrote: “I don’t regret it, but the constant telling and retelling has been extremely painful and exhausting. With this book, I seek to free myself from my past.” The proceeds from her out-of-court settlement with Andrew, reported to exceed $12 million, were directed toward her Reclaim (Soar) foundation, which combats human trafficking. She dedicated the book to “my Survivor Sisters and to anyone who has suffered sexual abuse,” reinforcing the memoir’s overarching purpose as both testimony and advocacy.

The publication of Nobody’s Girl arrives amid continued scrutiny of Andrew’s past conduct and broader investigations into Epstein and Maxwell’s networks. Legal experts and survivors’ advocacy groups have hailed Giuffre’s courage in documenting her story, noting that her detailed account could have implications for ongoing civil and criminal cases involving powerful individuals implicated in similar networks of abuse.

Royal commentators have noted that the memoir’s revelations further complicate Andrew’s already fraught public standing. While the prince has stepped back from public duties, the book rekindles debates about accountability, privilege, and the mechanisms that allow alleged abuse to continue unchecked in elite circles. Media outlets have highlighted the book’s repeated references to Andrew, interpreting them as a testament to the persistence and consistency of Giuffre’s allegations.

Public reactions have been mixed. Advocates for survivors have praised the memoir for its transparency and for giving voice to victims of sexual exploitation, while critics of Andrew emphasise the need for a thorough legal review before drawing conclusions. Nevertheless, the memoir is likely to influence public discourse on accountability for high-profile figures and the ongoing challenges faced by survivors seeking justice.

As Nobody’s Girl reaches bookstores, Giuffre’s account stands as a stark reminder of the human cost of abuse and the systemic failures that allow it to persist. Her commitment to advocacy, even posthumously, underscores the enduring impact that survivors can have in fostering awareness, justice, and structural change.