The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides Review/Summary

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Writer:	Alex Michaelides
Publication	Orion
ISBN-10	1409181634
Language:	English
Genre:	Fiction
Best Sellers Rank:	#47 in Books
Customer review	4.5/5
Publish Date:	15 July 2019

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The Silent Patient is a novel that tells the story of Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who seemingly has a perfect life with her husband, Gabriel, a sought-after fashion photographer. However, one evening, Alicia shoots Gabriel five times in the face and then never speaks another word. Her silence turns the domestic tragedy into a mystery that captures the public imagination and makes her a notorious figure.

As a result of the shooting, Alicia is sent to the Grove, a secure forensic unit in North London, where she remains hidden away from the public eye. Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist, becomes obsessed with Alicia's case and is determined to get her to speak and reveal why she shot her husband. He manages to get a job at the Grove and begins working with Alicia, hoping to uncover the truth behind her actions.

However, as Theo delves deeper into Alicia's past and psyche, he begins to realize that he has his own motivations for uncovering the truth. His quest for the truth threatens to consume him, and he becomes more and more entangled in Alicia's story.

The Silent Patient is a psychological thriller that explores the themes of guilt, obsession, and the complexity of the human psyche. The novel keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they try to unravel the mystery of Alicia's silence and discover the truth behind her shocking act of violence against her husband.

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