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The Silent Patient

Alicia Berenson’s life is seemingly perfect. She is a famous painter and her husband, Gabriel, an in-demand fashion photographer. Until one evening, when Gabriel returns home late from work and Alicia shoots him five times in the face and then never speaks another word. #1 New York Times bestseller

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Published May 4, 2021

368 pages

Average rating: 7.83

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Readers say *The Silent Patient* by Alex Michaelides is a gripping psychological thriller praised for its layered suspense, clever use of multiple per...

The.readrose

Jan 28, 2026

6/10 stars

Unfortunately, I didn't think this story was original. It reminded me of another popular thriller, and I just felt underwhelmed.

I did think the storyline was interesting enough that it kept me curious, but I don't think it resembles a thriller, it's more of slow-burn suspense. Also, I did enjoy the psychology involved; I've always been interested in the study of one’s mind and behavior.

jossboss

Jan 19, 2026

7/10 stars

Cool psychologically but the ending was a bit predictable

TheBookishMind

Jan 13, 2026

10/10 stars

The suspense and story are out of this world!

Joizze

Dec 27, 2025

10/10 stars

Plot twists and turns from beginning to end. Surprising ending!!

NDThompson

Mar 28, 2025

8/10 stars

This one is hyped up and while it was good, I think I was expecting more. Don’t get me wrong, still a great book and worth the read!! Very creative writing for sure!!