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"An unforgettable—and Hollywood-bound—new thriller... A mix of Hitchcockian suspense, Agatha Christie plotting, and Greek tragedy."
—Entertainment Weekly

The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband—and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive.

Alicia Berenson’s life is seemingly perfect. A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer, she lives in a grand house with big windows overlooking a park in one of London’s most desirable areas. One evening her husband Gabriel returns home late from a fashion shoot, and Alicia shoots him five times in the face, and then never speaks another word.

Alicia’s refusal to talk, or give any kind of explanation, turns a domestic tragedy into something far grander, a mystery that captures the public imagination and casts Alicia into notoriety. The price of her art skyrockets, and she, the silent patient, is hidden away from the tabloids and spotlight at the Grove, a secure forensic unit in North London.

Theo Faber is a criminal psychotherapist who has waited a long time for the opportunity to work with Alicia. His determination to get her to talk and unravel the mystery of why she shot her husband takes him down a twisting path into his own motivations—a search for the truth that threatens to consume him....

The Silent Patient, a gripping debut thriller by Alex Michaelides, delves into the haunting tale of Alicia Berenson, a talented artist whose life takes a dramatic turn following a tragic incident.

Alicia, once celebrated for her captivating paintings, finds herself imprisoned in a psychiatric facility after shooting her husband, Gabriel, multiple times in the face. However, she remains silent, refusing to speak or offer any explanation for her actions, leaving both the authorities and her loved ones perplexed and seeking answers.

Enter Theo Faber, a renowned psychotherapist, determined to unravel the enigma of Alicia's silence and uncover the truth behind the crime that shattered their lives. As Theo embarks on an intense therapeutic journey with Alicia, he delves into her past, exploring the intricate tapestry of their relationship and the secrets they shared.

Through a series of gripping sessions, Theo attempts to penetrate Alicia's wall of silence, piece together the fragments of their shared history, and understand the motives that led to the fateful night. As he delves deeper into their lives, he uncovers a complex web of love, betrayal, and hidden truths.

With each revelation, Theo finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of manipulation and deception. The line between patient and therapist blurs as Theo's obsession with Alicia consumes him, blurring the boundaries of their relationship and threatening to unravel his own sanity.

As the investigation progresses, Theo uncovers a shocking truth that challenges everything he thought he knew about Alicia and Gabriel. The past and present collide, leading to a heart-pounding climax that will leave readers breathless.

The Silent Patient is a masterful blend of psychological suspense, gripping storytelling, and profound character development. Alex Michaelides weaves a labyrinth of intrigue, delving into the depths of human emotion, the complexities of relationships, and the fragility of the human mind.