From the UK’s leading forensic scientist and Sunday Times bestselling author, Professor Dame Sue Black, comes An Expert Witness—a gripping exploration of forensic science placed on trial. Drawing on decades of experience analyzing criminal evidence at the highest level, this hardcover book assesses the triumphs, failures, and future trajectory of forensic science through shocking real cases.

As an expert witness who has stood in court repeatedly, Professor Black traces the evolution of forensic methods, from early identification techniques to modern breakthroughs like DNA profiling and her own vein identification research. This work is essential reading for those interested in the intersection of science, law, and sociology, examining how scientific evidence has delivered justice and, conversely, where failures have resulted in devastating consequences, including wrongful convictions.

Key Features/Benefits

• Gripping exploration of forensic science told through shocking real cases and true crime.
• Traces the evolution of forensic science, including DNA profiling and AI's emerging role.
• Reflects on landmark cases and the author's career serving as an expert witness.
• Authored by Professor Dame Sue Black, the UK’s leading forensic scientist.
• Hardcover binding suitable for academic or personal collections.

Specifications

• Author: Black, Professor Dame Sue
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 400 pages
• Publication Date: July 2, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1529960878
• ISBN-13: 978-1529960877
• Dimensions: 166 x 35 x 223mm
• Weight: 564g

An Expert Witness offers a definitive look at forensic science's impact on justice, marking the close of a defining chapter in one of modern forensic science's most extraordinary careers. This book provides critical insight into the methods shaping criminal investigation and the ethical considerations surrounding scientific evidence.