Only she knows the truth. Only he knows her secret.
A devious psychological thriller whose resolution has even shocked experienced thriller authors.
The successful painter Alicia Berenson was found covered in blood next to her beloved husband—whom she had shot five times in the head. For seven years now, Alicia has been confined to a secure psychiatric hospital. And she remains silent. The painter hasn't uttered a word since the night of the murder, only painted one picture: It depicts herself as Alcestis, the Greek mythological figure who gives her life to save her husband. Fascinated by her case, forensic psychiatrist Theo Faber does everything in his power to get Alicia Berenson to speak. But does the psychiatrist truly only want to find out what happened that night?
About the author:
Alex Michaelides, born in 1977, was born and raised in Cyprus. He studied English Literature at Trinity College, Cambridge, and graduated from the American Film Institute in Los Angeles with a degree in screenwriting. His debut novel, "The Silent Patient," which has been sold in 51 countries, remained on the New York Times bestseller list for over a year. His thrillers have sold over 6.5 million copies worldwide. "The Silent Patient" and its sequel, "The Vanishing Students," have also captivated a large readership in Germany. Both thrillers are being adapted for film and television. Alex Michaelides lives in London.
