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The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband—and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive.

Alicia Berenson, a famous painter, lives a seemingly perfect life with her husband Gabriel, a high-profile fashion photographer, in a luxurious London home. But one evening, Alicia shocks the world by shooting Gabriel five times in the face and then falls completely silent, refusing to utter a single word.

Her silence transforms a domestic tragedy into a sensational mystery that captures the public’s imagination. Alicia becomes a figure of infamy, her artwork skyrocketing in value, while she is secluded in the Grove, a secure forensic unit.

Enter Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist who has longed for the chance to work with Alicia. Driven by a determination to uncover the truth, Theo delves into Alicia’s psyche, unraveling the mystery behind her shocking act. His quest leads him down a dark and twisting path, where his own motivations are put to the test.

• Language: English
• Author: Alex Michaelides
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 320
• ISBN: 9781409181637
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