The Silent Patient

"A must-listen for anyone who loves suspense," according to Yahoo Lifestyle.

This book became an instant bestseller, topping the New York Times list.

The Silent Patient is a gripping psychological thriller about a woman who commits a violent act against her husband and the therapist obsessed with uncovering her reasons.

Alicia Berenson appears to have it all—a renowned artist married to a sought-after fashion photographer, living in a luxurious home with stunning views of a park in an upscale London neighborhood. But one night, after her husband Gabriel returns home late from a photoshoot, Alicia shoots him five times in the face, then falls completely silent.

Alicia’s refusal to speak or offer any explanation turns a personal tragedy into a captivating mystery that seizes the public's attention and makes her infamous. Her artwork’s value soars, while she, the silent patient, is secluded in a high-security psychiatric facility in North London.

Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist, has long been eager to work with Alicia. His intense desire to get her to break her silence and uncover the reasons behind her crime leads him on a complex journey that forces him to confront his own motives—a quest for truth that may ultimately consume him...