The Silent Patient, written by Alex Michaelides, is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. The story revolves around Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who has been convicted of murdering her husband. She refuses to speak, leading to her being deemed mentally unstable and sent to a psychiatric facility. Theo Faber, a psychotherapist, becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind Alicia's silence. As he delves deeper into her past, he uncovers shocking secrets that will leave you stunned.