January 2020 Host:  Jaci

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

Summary

This story is told from the viewpoint of a psychotherapist (Theo) who is trying to help the main character Alicia, who is the silent patient.  Alicia is accused of shooting her husband in the face six years ago and hasn’t spoken since.  Theo attempts to break the silence of the convicted murderer who has been in a psychiatric unit for the last six years. Theo tries unsuccessfully to talk to Alicia, and then talks to her friends and family and even manages to get hold of her diary.  Lots of issues arise during his investigation and he is also dealing with a cheating wife, which causes him lots of extra stress.  This is Michaelides’ first novel and is a page turner with an ending which will surprise even the most ardent mystery lovers. 

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