A review by mikaelajf
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

challenging dark emotional tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed this book, while reading I thought yes this is a solid 4 star book but the last few chapters, that plot twist, had me shaken to my core I had to rate it 5 stars. So interesting, such an insight into the damaged mind. Really good read. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Murder, Gun violence, and Suicide

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Alcohol, Bullying, Death, Death of parent, Gun violence, Mental illness, Violence, Suicide attempt, Stalking, Sexual harassment, Self harm, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis