The Silent Patient

A shocking crime. A silent suspect. A therapist who’s obsessed with the truth.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page. The story follows Alicia Berenson, a successful painter who seemingly has it all—until she’s found guilty of murdering her husband in cold blood... and never speaks another word. Her silence turns the case into a national obsession, and her haunting self-portrait becomes a chilling clue.

Enter Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist determined to unravel Alicia’s mystery and get her to speak. But as he digs deeper into her past, he discovers that nothing—and no one—is quite as they seem. The closer he gets to the truth, the more dangerous it becomes.

This must-read thriller is perfect for fans of twisty, page-turning suspense with a psychological edge. The Silent Patient is the best book for readers who love unreliable narrators, dark secrets, and jaw-dropping endings you won’t see coming.