90 pages 3 hours read

Alex Michaelides

The Silent Patient

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides captivates readers with its psychological depth and gripping suspense. Positive reviews commend its unexpected twists and engaging narrative. However, some critique its character development and pacing. Overall, it's lauded for keeping readers on edge with a compelling plot.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Silent Patient?

A reader who relishes psychological thrillers with unexpected twists will be captivated by Alex Michaelides' The Silent Patient. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train—novels known for their suspense and complex characters—will find this book particularly engaging.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Values/Ideas: Loyalty & Betrayal