The Silent Patient
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**THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**
--Entertainment Weekly 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's...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:125030170X
ISBN13:9781250301703
Release Date:May 2021
Publisher:Celadon Books
Length:368 Pages
Weight:0.76 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.3" x 8.1"
Customer Reviews
47 ratings
Well written book with plot twists!
Published by Sandy , 7 days ago
I really enjoyed this book. A real page turner. This was a well written book with plenty of plot twists. Would definitely recommend.
The quality of the physical book was terrible
Published by Kia , 12 days ago
This isn’t about the actual book I haven’t read it yet because I just got it but just from looking at it the hard cover looks like it’s been bent and the pages look like they have water damage the stitching in the spine is coming lose and the book sleeve is completely missing, the cover and some pages look like they have been stained. I pick the good quality option but this is absolutely ridiculous
Absolutely Addicting
Published by Julie , 24 days ago
I loved this page turner so much, I kept grabbing it even when I only had 2 minutes to read here and there. The writing style is captivating, and anybody who is into dark, psychological thrillers will enjoy this.
Twists and Turns
Published by Denise S. , 4 months ago
I loved this book and didn't want to put it down! The characters were all fascinating and I really enjoyed the many twists and turns along the way. Great story!
Fast paced thriller mystery
Published by Eva , 6 months ago
To me this was a thriller mystery, some could say psychological horror/thriller, depending.
I enjoyed every bit of it, it was super easy to read and the chapters being extremely short gave it a fast paced read. The mystery can be predicted, but it doesn’t take away from how fun a read this is.
Best book I've ever read. Ever.
Published by tllp222 , 6 months ago
Best book. Best surprise turn. I just stopped and starred in silence when I was done with it.
Absolutely loved it
Published by Britney , 8 months ago
I loved this one and I just finished the maidens the twist was amazing
It was a very slow book.
Published by <3 , 9 months ago
Some chapters weren't necessary and it's a slow plot. The plot twist at the end was good, but overall I was a bit bored with the book until the end.
Wanting More
Published by B.H , 9 months ago
I felt like this book needed more...? The ending was sudden and I did not see that coming. I read this book quick, which is a good thing, I felt like I needed to find out what was going to happen next. It is a good read, I just felt like something was missing after I read it. Not necessarily a bad thing its just how I feel about it.
Just finished it
Published by Hayhay , 9 months ago
I just got done reading 'The Silent Patient' and even though we know who done it in the first chapter, how and why she done it is definitely captivating. At times it seems like we may no figure it out, I was stumped at times and just when I thought I knew why/who I was wrong. Alex done amazing, great light read 10/10 recommend!
Slow but gradual
Published by Maria , 10 months ago
The story does take a bit to pick up speed but I believe it did build suspense. It was a little confusing at first with how they chose to portray it. I didn’t realize I stayed up reading this until 3am, but after you reach the suspense it takes off.
Simply brilliant
Published by Holly Cha , 1 year ago
One of the best mystery, psychological thriller books I have read in a while.
Very interesting and hard to put down. I finished this book in just two days.
Yearning for more
Published by Nicky Smith , 1 year ago
This book starts out right from the gate of excitement, needing answers. There were foreshadowing hints and twists and then one of the final chapters that leaves you with your jaw on the floor.. this is one of those books I wish I could read again for the first time.
It was better than I expected
Published by Devon , 1 year ago
I liked the characters, I liked the faults and the weaknesses. The twist was something I didn’t anticipate. I would recommend this book
The plot twist I didn't expect
Published by OlgaA , 1 year ago
Great book! The plot twist was crazy and I didn't see that coming.
Pretty good
Published by Gabriellal07 , 1 year ago
If you have a short attention span this book isn't for you. I loved this book. There was a good twist. Every detail in the book is needed and its a quick read I was sicked into each chapter.
I loved it.
Published by Caroline , 1 year ago
This was my first thriller read, and I loved it. Great plot twist at the end.
Page Turner with a Wild Ending!
Published by Ashley , 1 year ago
Started this on Saturday and just finished tonight. Could NOT put it down. The chapters were short and detailed enough, that kept me wanting more. The author did a good job describing each character and their purpose - making the book a page turner, with a wild ending! Did not see that coming!
the silent patient
Published by winter , 1 year ago
good book. kept you guessing. very good twist at the end. didnt like how things were worded sometimes.
Great Read
Published by Bre , 1 year ago
I really enjoyed reading this book. Kept me interested and motivated to keep reading. One of the best books I’ve read so far this year.
One of my favorite books
Published by Eleni , 1 year ago
This book is so good. Exactly what you want in a thriller - interesting characters, unpredictable plot twists, and an ending so crazy I actually said “oh my god!” out loud while reading.
Loved this book!
Published by Mich , 1 year ago
One of my top favorites! Seriously couldn't put it down and I loved the plot twist!!
What a page-turner!
Published by slv , 1 year ago
The story line was very well written and piqued interest so that you couldn’t put the book down!
Wow!
Published by Momof4 , 1 year ago
Took me a few chapters to get in but then couldn’t stop reading!
Review
Published by Priii :) , 1 year ago
Finished it in 2 days
One of my favorites
Published by Tina , 1 year ago
This book keeps you on edge! I finished in three days because I just couldn't put it down. I truly felt like I was living in the story. The details make you feel like you're right there! So many twists to the story but what a plot twist at the end...never expected it!!! I'm definitely going to read another one of Alex's books to see if this is he's style of writing! I absolutely love it!
the first and best book i ever read!!!
Published by Katie , 2 years ago
I hate reading. I used to be that student that look up summaries of each chapter on sparknotes so that I don't have to read for english class. I HATE READING with a passion. I get bored so fast. But this book.... this book right here changed my whole perspective on books. Now I can't stop reading. This book was so good, i finished it in 2 days. I have a 9-5pm job, and I was able to finish it in 2 days. SO GOOD!
I def didn’t see that coming!
Published by Christine , 2 years ago
I thought I had it figured out 4x lol. I really liked this book!
Wow!
Published by Suze , 2 years ago
So good. And the twist! Omg. Never saw it coming!!!
Great twist
Published by Sydney , 2 years ago
I really enjoyed the twists in this book. You don’t get too awfully involved with the characters, but it’s one of my favorite reads in the past month or so.
A great twist!
Published by Esmeralda , 2 years ago
Wow, wow wow wow wow wow. I LOVED this book. It was super captivating from end to finish. It slowly unraveled before me and I was smiling as I finished the book. I don’t want to spoil anything just pick up the book!
Whoa
Published by Brittany , 2 years ago
Some parts where a little slow.. but the last few chapters, I never seen that coming..highly recommend!!
Nope. Do not waste time.
Published by Margot V , 2 years ago
This was the only audio book I returned to audible. It started off so well. Interesting premise. I was willing to ignore the twirling mustache secondary characters but the “twist” is not a twist. Its a stupid stunt that does not work.
favorite book
Published by fafa , 2 years ago
was shown this book through a friend and couldn’t put it down once i started. i finished in 2 days 🧍🏼♀️ you won’t regret buying this
Great psychological thriller!
Published by Kayce's Library , 2 years ago
This was a fast pace book that I didn't want to put down. It kept me guessing to the end.
Good thriller!
Published by Mellissa , 2 years ago
Did NOT see that ending coming. Great story line, well written.
Loved it!
Published by M. , 2 years ago
I received the book not too long ago and already finished with it. Absolutely loved it!
Not quite as good as anticipated, but not bad
Published by Kathy O'Connell , 2 years ago
It was an ok read. I should have seen the plot twist coming
Meh
Published by Ms. F , 2 years ago
I feel like some chapters were so unnecessary. Suuuuuper hard read for me. So slow. And the twist wasn’t even that good :((( I had such high hopes for this book and I was disappointed.
Amazing and captivating!
Published by Nika , 2 years ago
I love a good mystery novel with a twist and this book definitely delivers! I won’t say it is my favourite book of all time but it will grip you from beginning to end. So easy to read and lots of different angles, this book didn’t disappoint.
Amazing plot twist!
Published by Val , 2 years ago
The book does a fascinating job describing each character and their purpose. I wish I could read the book again for the first time, such suspense.
Great read
Published by Caitlin , 3 years ago
A page turner without a doubt. Crazy ending! Just become a fan of this author and ordered his next book as well.
Loved it!
Published by CannibalHatter , 3 years ago
This was a fantastic book! I really really enjoyed it. It was full of plot twists that really threw my for a loop. This is one of those "I'll read just one more chapter..." books that will keep you up late reading if you let it. The characters are very well written. Between one character's diary entries and near complete silence in the present, and another's investigations into the murder, it is very pasted paced and punchy. Each character introduced through the investigation is made to seem suspicious and sometimes very creepy to throw you off the scent. It is a classic case of the unreliable narrator, and you yourself begins to question who to believe. This being said, there were occasionally things that can be seen as plot holes but they were never a deal breaker for me.
This book is insane!
Published by Nikki , 4 years ago
Face paced reading and mind blowing plot twist I never saw coming. Don't miss this one
Good luck putting this book down
Published by Kacy , 4 years ago
This book is so entertaining, suspenseful and has the craziest twists and turns. You will not regret reading it!
Best book ive read in 2019
Published by Christine , 4 years ago
I listened to this on audible and it was absolutely mind blowing, thrilling, and I was sucked into the story
such a fun twist
Published by Casey , 5 years ago
I believe this is Alex Michaelides first book. If so, I hope for many more. This book had fun twists and turns and I loved how it made you question how you felt about the main character, much like in Catherine Kepnes's You.
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