*The Silent Patient* is a psychological thriller by Alex Michaelides, published in 2019.

The novel centers on Alicia Berenson, a renowned painter who is accused of murdering her husband, Gabriel. After the crime, Alicia stops speaking and becomes mute. She is admitted to a psychiatric facility, where Theo Faber, a forensic psychotherapist, becomes intrigued by her case. As Theo delves into Alicia’s past and the circumstances surrounding the murder, he uncovers unexpected truths and faces shocking revelations. The book is known for its gripping plot and an astonishing twist ending.