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**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**"Alex Michaelides’s long-awaited next novel, 'The Maidens,' is finally here...the premise is enticing and the elements irresistible." ―The New York Times"A deliciously dark, elegant, utterly compulsive read―with a twist that blew my mind. I loved this even more than I loved The Silent Patient and that's saying something!"―Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author of The Guest ListFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Patient comes a spellbinding tale of psychological suspense, weaving together Greek mythology, murder, and obsession, that further cements “Michaelides as a major player in the field” (Publishers Weekly).Edward Fosca is a murderer. Of this Mariana is certain. But Fosca is untouchable. A handsome and charismatic Greek tragedy professor at Cambridge University, Fosca is adored by staff and students alike―particularly by the members of a secret society of female students known as The Maidens.Mariana Andros is a brilliant but troubled group therapist who becomes fixated on The Maidens when one member, a friend of Mariana’s niece Zoe, is found murdered in Cambridge.Mariana, who was once herself a student at the university, quickly suspects that behind the idyllic beauty of the spires and turrets, and beneath the ancient traditions, lies something sinister. And she becomes convinced that, despite his alibi, Edward Fosca is guilty of the murder. But why would the professor target one of his students? And why does he keep returning to the rites of Persephone, the maiden, and her journey to the underworld?When another body is found, Mariana’s obsession with proving Fosca’s guilt spirals out of control, threatening to destroy her credibility as well as her closest relationships. But Mariana is determined to stop this killer, even if it costs her everything―including her own life.

Dive into the haunting and atmospheric world of Alex Michaelides' "The Maidens," a captivating psychological thriller that will leave you spellbound. Set against the backdrop of Cambridge University, this mesmerizing novel delves into the dark underbelly of academia, revealing a web of secrets and betrayals.

The story centers around Mariana Andros, a brilliant and charismatic professor of Greek tragedy, whose life is turned upside down when one of her students is found dead in suspicious circumstances. As Mariana delves into the investigation, she uncovers a series of chilling connections between her students and the ancient Greek myths she teaches, blurring the lines between reality and fiction.

With each twist and turn of the plot, Mariana finds herself ensnared in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, where nothing is as it seems. The line between victim and perpetrator blurs, and Mariana must confront her own demons while trying to uncover the truth. Questions of guilt, innocence, and the nature of evil haunt her as she races against time to solve the mystery before it's too late.

"The Maidens" is a gripping exploration of obsession, betrayal, and the destructive power of secrets. Michaelides masterfully weaves a tale of psychological suspense, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Immerse yourself in the world of "The Maidens" and let Alex Michaelides take you on a thrilling journey that will stay with you long after you finish the book.