In her book "Forensics," Val McDermid highlights the intense pressures faced by those in the justice system. She emphasizes that we often have high expectations for these individuals who are tasked with delivering justice, without fully recognizing the emotional toll it can take on them. The demands of their roles can be overwhelming, affecting their well-being and mental health.

McDermid's insight raises awareness about the often unacknowledged struggles that forensic professionals endure. It invites readers to reflect on the human cost of enforcing justice and understand the complexity of the roles these individuals play in solving crimes and serving society.