The Silent Patient, written by Alex Michaelides, is a mesmerizing music mystery book that explores the mind of a woman who has been silent for years. Alicia Berenson, a famous painter, is convicted of murdering her husband and refuses to speak a single word. Theo Faber, a psychotherapist, becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind Alicia's silence and delves into her past to unravel the mystery. As Theo gets closer to the truth, he realizes that nothing is as it seems. With its atmospheric setting and psychological twists, The Silent Patient is a haunting and suspenseful read.