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Alex Michaelides

Nationality: British-Cypriot
Years: 1977 – present
Awards: Goodreads Choice Award for Mystery & Thriller
Style: Twist-driven, psychologically grounded, mythological undertones

Where to Start

The Silent Patient

The novel that established his reputation and showcases his signature twist.

Alex Michaelides is a British-Cypriot author and screenwriter whose debut novel The Silent Patient became one of the most successful psychological thrillers of recent years. A trained psychotherapist, Michaelides draws on Greek myth and clinical psychology to construct twisty, character-driven mysteries.

Books by Alex Michaelides

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I start with Alex Michaelides?
Start with The Silent Patient. The novel that established his reputation and showcases his signature twist.
Where is Alex Michaelides from?
Alex Michaelides is British-Cypriot.
What is Alex Michaelides's writing style?
Twist-driven, psychologically grounded, mythological undertones
What awards has Alex Michaelides won?
Goodreads Choice Award for Mystery & Thriller