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The Silent Patient

The Silent Patient

by Alex Michaelides (Author)

The perfect binge listen. (Yahoo Lifestyle)Instant number one New York Times best seller This program includes a bonus interview with the author. The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a womans act of violence against her husband - and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive. Alicia Berensons 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 Londons 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.  Alicias 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....

Dive into the Haunting Mystery of "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides

Step into the gripping psychological thriller "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides, a captivating novel that delves into the depths of trauma, obsession, and the complexities of the human mind.

Alicia Berenson, a talented painter, finds herself at the center of a chilling incident one fateful night. She shoots her husband, Gabriel, in their home and then remains mute, refusing to speak another word.

Theo Faber, a renowned psychotherapist, becomes captivated by Alicia's case. Determined to unlock the secrets hidden within her silence, he embarks on a journey to understand her motives and bring justice to the enigmatic crime.

As Theo delves deeper into Alicia's past, he uncovers a web of secrets and disturbing events that have shaped her life. The narrative alternates between Theo's perspective and glimpses into Alicia's diary, gradually revealing the truth behind her silence.

With every session, Theo becomes increasingly entangled in the enigma surrounding Alicia. He finds himself haunted by her haunting gaze and the unspoken words that linger in the air.

"The Silent Patient" is a мастерfully crafted psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Alex Michaelides weaves a tale that explores the boundaries of love, obsession, and the devastating impact of trauma.

Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing mystery of "The Silent Patient" and unravel the haunting secrets that lie within the depths of human silence.

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English
Released:
February 05, 2019