Nothing But The Truth
Dark Humour and Shocking Truths Learned from a Life in the Law
(Author) The Secret BarristerThe Sunday Times bestseller Full of hilarious and shocking stories, the Secret Barrister's memoir Nothing But The Truth tracks their transformation from hang 'em and flog 'em austerity-supporter to celebrated, campaigning, bestselling author. 'Masterful, compassionate and hilarious' - Adam Rutherford In a diary that takes us behind the scenes of their middling ambition, Nothing But The Truth charts an outsider's progress down the winding path towards practising at the Bar. By way of the painfully archaic traditions of the Inns of Court, where every meal mandates a glass of port and a toast to the monarch, and the Hunger Games-style contest for pupillage - which most don't survive - here is the brilliant reality of being a frustrated junior barrister. With a keen eye for the absurd and an obsessive fondness for Twitter, SB reveals the uncomfortable truths and darkest secrets about life in our criminal courts. _____ 'Words tumble out with extraordinary fluency . . . entertaining and instructive' - The Times 'Written with compassion, wit and intelligence' - TLS 'Excellent . . . at once a vicious polemic, a helpful primer and a cringe-inducing account of one barrister's travails' - The Telegraph
The Secret Barrister
The Secret Barrister is the pseudonym of a British criminal barrister known for their insightful and informative commentary on the UK legal system. Their most notable work is the book "The Secret Barrister: Stories of the Law and How It's Broken," which sheds light on the inner workings of the criminal justice system and the challenges it faces. The Secret Barrister's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex legal issues understandable to a wide audience. They have made significant contributions to literature by raising awareness about the flaws in the legal system and advocating for reform. Their impact on the legal genre is evident in the widespread discussion and debate sparked by their work.
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