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"The perfect binge listen." — Yahoo Lifestyle Instant #1 New York Times bestseller. This program includes a bonus interview with the author. 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 life is seemingly perfect. A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer, she lives in a grand house with big windows overlooking a park in one of London’s most desirable areas. One evening her husband Gabriel returns home late from a fashion shoot, and Alicia shoots him five times in the face, and then never speaks another word. Alicia’s refusal to talk, or give any kind of explanation, turns a domestic tragedy into something far grander, a mystery that captures the public imagination and casts Alicia into notoriety. The price of her art skyrockets, and she, the silent patient, is hidden away from the tabloids and spotlight at the Grove, a secure forensic unit in North London. Theo Faber is a criminal psychotherapist who has waited a long time for the opportunity to work with Alicia. His determination to get her to talk and unravel the mystery of why she shot her husband takes him down a twisting path into his own motivations—a search for the truth that threatens to consume him.... More praise for The Silent Patient: “Absolutely brilliant… I read it in a state of intense, breathless excitement.” — Stephen Fry “Smart, sophisticated storytelling freighted with real suspense - a very fine novel by any standard.” — Lee Child “The Silent Patient sneaks up on you like a slash of intimidating shadow on a badly lit street. Michaelides has crafted a totally original, spellbinding psychological mystery so quirky, so unique that it should have its own genre.” — David Baldacci
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"The Silent Patient kept my attention from beginning to the very last page. The first couple of pages start off slow, but the story picks up pretty quick. I thought this would be another predictable murder mystery, but I was wrong. The final twist threw me for a loop. Seems like the story is going to be a run-of-the-mill wife kills husband story, but the story becomes more and more sinister as you read on. The therapist is so much more than an obsessive therapist. That's all I'll say. "
— Julie (5 out of 5 stars)
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“That rarest of beasts: the perfect thriller. This extraordinary novel set my blood fizzing.”
— A. J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author -
“One of the most spellbinding psychological thrillers we’ve read in years. Beautifully written, exquisitely plotted…[an] extraordinary read.”
— Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, New York Times bestselling authors -
One of the best psychological thrillers I have ever read.”
— Blake Crouch, New York Times bestselling author -
“An unforgettable—and Hollywood-bound—new thriller…A mix of Hitchcockian suspense, Agatha Christie plotting, and Greek tragedy.”
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“This edgy, intricately plotted psychological thriller establishes Michaelides as a major player in the field.”
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“The Silent Patient is unputdownable, emotionally chilling, and intense, with a twist that will make even the most seasoned suspense reader break out in a cold sweat.”
— Booklist
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A February 2019 LibraryReads Pick
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An Audible.com bestseller
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#1 New York Times bestseller
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An iBooks bestseller in Audiobooks
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A People Pick of the Week
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A London Times Pick of the Month
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An Amazon Best Book of the Month selection
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New York Times audio bestseller
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The 2019 Goodreads Choice Awards Winner for Mysteries & Thrillers
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A BuzzFeed Books Pick of Mysteries Impossible to Put Down
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Longlisted for the Glass Bell Award
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Finalist for the Strand Critics Award for Best Debut Novel
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Among longlisted titles for Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year, 2019
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Nominated for Thriller Awards - Nominee, 2020
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Among longlisted titles for Barnes and Noble Best New Books of the Year, 2019
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Among longlisted titles for Amazon.com Best Books of the Year, 2019
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Winner of Goodreads Choice Awards, 2019
The Silent Patient Listener Reviews
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Patsy Thorsbakken, 6/11/2025
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Valorie Martin, 3/17/2025
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Albert Eisentraut, 7/22/2024
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" The Narrator's voice was very annoying. It was a good book otherwise. "
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Anne McDiarmid, 3/28/2024
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" Insight to personality "
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Tracy Ferragamo, 1/17/2024
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" I have purchase this book on my friend's recommendations. And I love it from the start to the end. Story is great, keeps you focused all the way. I couldn't wait for my walkings si that I could listen to it Truly recomend this one Naration was also great. One of the best I have listen to "
— Gagi, 4/20/2023 -
" The intricate plot of The Silent Patient is filled with twists and turns that keep you on edge until the very end. The narration is wonderfully done and brings the characters to life in a way that is both eerie and captivating. Michaelides has crafted a masterpiece that is sure to become a modern classic in the psychological thriller genre. "
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MJ, 1/31/2023
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Terri Avery, 1/28/2023
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Brown Dog, 1/22/2023
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" Binge book for sure. Loved it "
— Court , 11/13/2022 -
" The Silent Patient is a thrilling psychological mystery with complex characters and no shortage of suspenseful plot twists. The narration is impeccable, drawing listeners into the mind of the enigmatic protagonist, whose silence speaks volumes. However, the resolution feels a bit rushed and lacks the depth that one might hope for in a novel of this caliber. Overall, it is a gripping listening experience that is well worth the investment of time. "
— frankief, 10/21/2022 -
" Great Book with an interesting twist "
— Grant, 7/18/2022 -
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sendie hutchinson, 6/30/2022
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" Decent story and Michaelides builds tension masterfully, tying together plot threads to create a truly surprising ending. However, the pacing can be slow at times, and some of the characters felt a bit flat to me. Overall, a well-executed thriller with room for improvement. "
— timtim, 6/16/2022 -
" We listened to this while on a long road trip, it made the time go by so fast and we were so interested. The ending is amazing and not anything you would expect. Very thought provoking. "
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Judith Smith, 8/26/2021
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Codename Eric, 7/19/2021
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" This audiobook is an astounding psychological thriller and a must-read for all mystery lovers looking for an exceptional book! Alex Michaelides brilliantly crafts a complex plot with engaging characters that unfurl through an excellent narration by the talented narration team of Louise Brealey and Jack Hawkins. Highly recommended! "
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Starla Jones, 2/5/2021
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" Despite the hype surrounding this book, I found it to be ok but underwhelming. While the narration by both readers was quite good, the plot lacked depth and the characters were one-dimensional. Additionally, the supposed twists were cliché and predictable. Ultimately, I was left feeling disappointed and unmoved by this audiobook. "
— barb13, 1/21/2021 -
" The Silent Patient is a true masterpiece of psychological thriller and I must say that I enjoyed it thoroughly. With its gripping plotline, captivating characters, and expert narration, this audiobook is impossible to put down. It's definitely a must-read for anyone looking for a spellbinding and captivating audiobook experience. "
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About Alex Michaelides
Alex Michaelides is the author of The Silent Patient, his first novel, which was the biggest-selling debut in the world in 2019. It spent over a year on the New York Times bestseller list and sold in a record-breaking forty-nine countries. He was born and raised in Cyprus. He has a MA degree in English Literature from Trinity College, Cambridge University, and a MA in screenwriting from the American Film Institute in Los Angeles.
About the Narrators
Louise Brealey, AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator, studied history at Cambridge University before studying acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in Manhattan. On television, she appeared in the long-running medical drama Casualty on BBC One in 2002, appearing in ninety-six episodes. Afterwards, she appeared in the BBC serialization of Charles Dickens’ Bleak House, as well as Hotel Babylon, Law & Order: UK, Ripper Street, and in all series of Sherlock as Molly Hooper.
Jack Hawkins is an actor working in film, theater, voice-over, and narration projects. He has recorded bestselling books including 1356 by Bernard Cornwell, Martyn Pig by Kevin Books, The New Recruit by Andy McNab, and Bloody Family by Anne Fine, among others.