A review by roxfoxreads89
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Meh, I’m giving this higher than my gut says just because I found it a quick, engaging read.
Everyone in this story sucks hardcore - they don’t have much depth to them (despite the CONSTANT Freudian commentary). Childhood abuse isn’t a personality.
Seems like the author has beef with psychology professionals.
It has vibes similar to “The Couple Next Door” by Shari Lapena. I didn’t love that one either.
Everyone in this story sucks hardcore - they don’t have much depth to them (despite the CONSTANT Freudian commentary). Childhood abuse isn’t a personality.
Seems like the author has beef with psychology professionals.
It has vibes similar to “The Couple Next Door” by Shari Lapena. I didn’t love that one either.
Spoiler
If you’re looking for an unreliable narrator thriller, this one is a quick read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Mental illness, Death of parent, Misogyny, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Infidelity, Child abuse, Gaslighting, and Gun violence