A review by laurajordensharris
The Silent Patient, by Alex Michaelides
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Death of parent, Infidelity, Child abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Sexual content, Car accident, Cursing, Mental illness, Self harm, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Violence, Gun violence, Murder, Stalking, Death, Drug use, Eating disorder, Confinement, Abandonment, Addiction, Alcohol, Blood, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Grief