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tthatguyty's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Stalking, Gun violence, Suicide, Gore, Suicidal thoughts, Murder, Self harm, and Violence
canivie's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Violence, Gun violence, Alcohol, Stalking, Infidelity, Gore, Suicide attempt, Murder, Self harm, and Child abuse
celina246's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Mental illness, Gaslighting, Blood, and Death
Moderate: Gore and Suicide attempt
clavishorti's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Entering 2024 with The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides felt like immersing myself in a whirlwind of mystery from the very first page. Alicia Berenson, the talented painter, weaves a tragic narrative that not only shatters her facade of perfection but also kickstarts an astounding mystery saga.
In Alex Michaelides’ writing, words don’t just cut through; they dance with an irresistible charm, turning each page into a battlefield where putting the book down becomes a challenge. Picture a world saturated with tension, horror, spine-chilling terror, and poignant sorrow—not just a story but an emotional rollercoaster where every page forms an unbreakable connection between me and the narrative.
As the plot unfolds with clever finesse, I journey through Alicia Berenson’s life, discovering concealed truths in every corner. Despite initial frustrations with some characters, delving into their stories not only shifts my perspective but also reveals intricate layers of complexity, making me truly understand each character. Unexpected plot twists spice up the reading experience with delightful surprises! I genuinely enjoyed the twist; it caught me off guard.
While The Silent Patient is captivating, some readers might point out potential shortcomings, such as initial frustration with certain characters and the need for deeper understanding. Fortunately, these aspects unfold as the story progresses, and individual preferences may vary regarding the level of tension and mystery in the narrative. It’s worth noting that opinions on a book’s shortcomings often depend on subjective factors; what one reader perceives as a flaw, another might view as an integral part of the storytelling experience.
The concluding act doesn’t merely tie up loose ends; it orchestrates a finale with surgical precision, delivering an impactful punch to the tale of The Silent Patient. This isn’t just a literary kickoff for 2024; it’s an enthralling and enigmatic journey that etches a lasting impression into the canvas of Alicia Berenson’s story, leaving readers spellbound long after the final page.
Graphic: Murder, Suicide attempt, Gore, Blood, Gun violence, and Grief
Moderate: Car accident, Infidelity, Emotional abuse, Stalking, and Self harm
Minor: Alcohol and Child abuse
alexgonzale0700's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Death, Grief, Gun violence, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Gore, and Stalking
Moderate: Sexual content
urlordlorin's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Aslında azmettiricinin Theo olması ilginçti. Belki en iyi tarafı. Ama bu sonucu öğrendikten sonra nihai plot twist de ucuzlaştı gözümde. Kitapta Alicia’nın etkileşim kurduğu diğer bütün karakterleri şeytanlaştırarak aslında plot twist güçlendirilmeye çalışılmış gibi geldi. Theo hariç herkesin berbat insanlar olduğu düşündürülerek sonu daha şaşırtıcı hâle getirilmiş. Ucuz. Fakat okuyucu olarak onun suçlu olduğunu öğrendiğimizden sonra Theo’nun personasının değişmesi, olayları anlatışının, bakış açısının, Kathy’e karşı düşüncelerinin hasta birininkilere dönüşmesi güzel bir nüans.
Kitabın genelinde hiçbir karakterin kendine ait, oturmuş bir kişiliği yok gibi. Yine en tutarlısı Stephanie ve Max’in ketumluğu. Diğer herkes her olayda, her ikilemde kişilik değiştiriyor resmen. Kişilerin çoğu da yersiz ve anlamsız zaten. Gidişata hiçbir katkıları yok. Filler karakterler. Ruth, Paul, Lydia, Max, hatta Yuri bile. Sadece bahsettiğim, plot twist’i güçlendirmek için yaratılmış ve kötülenmiş karakterler.
Sonuç olarak overrated.
Graphic: Blood, Murder, and Gore
Minor: Sexual assault
thee_eclectic_eccentric's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Gun violence, Infidelity, Grief, Gore, Violence, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Gaslighting, Suicide attempt, Murder, Emotional abuse, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, and Self harm
Moderate: Child abuse
madamenovelist's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Ableism, Abandonment, Xenophobia, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Stalking, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Sexual content, Sexism, Self harm, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Racism, Physical abuse, Murder, Mental illness, Medical trauma, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Excrement, Fatphobia, Gaslighting, Gore, Grief, Gun violence, Drug use, Drug abuse, Death of parent, Death, Cursing, Confinement, Child abuse, Car accident, Blood, and Addiction
Moderate: Acephobia/Arophobia, Alcohol, Vomit, and Body horror
There was a really irritating racist caricature of a Turkish patient. The only redeeming aspect was that she was not the only brown woman in the cast (Indira was a great character), but Elif’s one/dimensional This Lady Is Not Attractive Nor Motherly schtick was jarring and irritating. He need not have copied Agatha Christie’s flaws in addition to her best traits. That said, Alicia was extremely well written and very compelling as a tragic heroine, and she is why I give 2.75 stars instead of simply 2. Excellent, excellent premise but frustrating execution.mkchickentender's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
Graphic: Self harm, Infidelity, Suicide, and Murder
Moderate: Addiction, Gore, Child abuse, and Death of parent
Minor: Car accident
chloenk_1011's review
Graphic: Murder, Gun violence, Gore, and Injury/Injury detail