Description
The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller about Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who murders her husband and then never speaks another word. Her silence turns her into a tabloid sensation and a public mystery.
Enter Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist obsessed with uncovering the truth behind Alicia’s act. As he gains her trust and delves into her past, Theo discovers layers of trauma, betrayal, and hidden motivations.
Michaelides crafts a chilling, tightly plotted story filled with unexpected twists and a shocking finale that redefines everything the reader thought they knew. With a focus on mental health, human psychology, and the fragile line between reality and delusion, The Silent Patient offers a fresh, compelling take on the psychological thriller genre.
The novel’s exploration of guilt, silence, and redemption make it unforgettable — a chilling portrait of human emotions gone awry.
