The Silent Patient, written by Alex Michaelides, is a gripping urban mystery fiction book that explores the mind of a woman who has been convicted of murdering her husband. The story follows psychotherapist Theo Faber as he becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind Alicia Berenson's silence. As Theo delves deeper into Alicia's past, he uncovers shocking secrets and hidden motives. With its psychological twists and turns, The Silent Patient keeps readers guessing until the very end.