Much of Virginia Giuffre's story has been heard before but in her memoir, published posthumously, the abuse is described in appalling detail.
Two days ahead of the book's official publication, the BBC got hold of a copy.
There are revelations about Ms Giuffre's encounters with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell - as well as more details of her allegations about Prince Andrew, which he has always denied.
In the memoir, Ms Giuffre says she had sex with Prince Andrew on three separate occasions, including a third encounter she describes as part of an orgy on Epstein's island. She expresses her disgust upon seeing Epstein and Prince Andrew together publicly, reflecting on the revolting nature of their relationship.
Further harrowing accounts detail her medical trauma after an alleged miscarriage, where Epstein misled her about her condition saying she had suffered a miscarriage, blurring the lines of her traumatic experiences.
Giuffre describes intense memories of torturous abuse at the hands of Epstein and Maxwell, recounting the sadomasochistic abuse she endured, leaving her both physically and emotionally scarred.
Giuffre’s memoir also expresses her profound disappointment at Epstein's death before justice could be fully served, alongside her hopes for accountability on behalf of Prince Andrew, emphasizing the continued need for recognition of the victims' voices.
The memoir closes with a powerful vision of a future where survivors can seek help and reclaim their power, serving as a beacon of hope and resilience for those who suffer in silence.
