A review by homebodywitch
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

challenging dark mysterious tense medium-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

5.0

I absolutely loved this and devoured it in one day. I have read people’s criticisms of it and get where they are coming from but I found this unputdownable. I had so many theories going, trying to be on the lookout for clues, and in the end the twist really did get me! I literally said “oh my god” out loud. Is it a perfect book? No. Some of it is nonsensical. But it’s fiction. And it’s gripping. I found it compelling and would highly recommend it as a page turner. 
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