This blog post is all about the best Alex Michaelides books to read, reviewed and ranked in order.
When it comes to psychological thrillers that keep you glued to the page, Alex Michaelides is one of the first names that comes to mind.
Ever since The Silent Patient blew up, he’s been known for writing dark, twisty stories full of secrets, suspense, and endings you never see coming.
So far, he’s released three books — The Silent Patient, The Maidens, and The Fury — and each one has something completely different to offer.
In this blog post, I’m reviewing all three of the best Alex Michaelides books and ranking them from my most to least favourite.
So if you’ve been wondering which of the best Alex Michaelides books to start with (or which one to pick up next), you’re in the right place.
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This blog post is all about the best Alex Michaelides books to read.
The Best Alex Michaelides Books to Read in Order
Below are the best Alex Michaelides books to read, and in the order you should read them (from my most favourite to least favourite).
1. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
The Silent Patient follows Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who seemingly has the perfect life — until one evening when she shoots her husband and then never speaks another word.
Her complete silence turns the case into a media obsession, and Alicia becomes a mystery no one can unravel.
Enter Theo Faber, a criminal psychotherapist determined to get her to talk and uncover the truth about what really happened. As he digs deeper into Alicia’s past and her artwork, Theo discovers shocking secrets that lead to a twist no one could have predicted.
My Rating: ★★★★★
2. The Fury by Alex Michaelides
A glamorous ex–movie star, Lana Farrar, invites her closest friends to her private Greek island for Easter—but the idyllic getaway turns deadly when one of them is murdered. Trapped by a storm and haunted by secrets, long-buried grudges and desires for revenge rise to the surface.
Narrated by the enigmatic Elliot Chase, this is a twisty tale of love, betrayal, and violence where nothing is as it seems, and the truth is more shocking than the headlines.
My Rating: ★★★★
3. The Maidens by Alex Michaelides
Edward Fosca is a murderer. Of this Mariana is certain. But Fosca is untouchable.
A handsome and charismatic Greek Tragedy professor at Cambridge University, Fosca is adored by staff and students alike—particularly by the members of a secret society of female students known as The Maidens.
Mariana Andros is a brilliant but troubled group therapist who becomes fixated on The Maidens when one member, a friend of Mariana’s niece Zoe, is found murdered in Cambridge.
My Rating: ★★★★
The Best Alex Michaelides Books to Read
With just three books so far, Alex Michaelides has already made a huge mark on the psychological thriller genre.
For me, The Silent Patient still holds the top spot of this best Alex Michaelides books list with its unforgettable twist and tightly woven storytelling, while The Fury comes in second for its clever pacing and unique setup.
The Maidens, though atmospheric and full of dark academia vibes, didn’t quite hit the same high for me. But it’s still worth reading if you enjoy Greek mythology woven into your thrillers.
No matter where you choose to start, these best Alex Michaelides books are guaranteed to keep you guessing until the very last page.
If you’re a fan of twisty, character-driven mysteries, all three deserve a spot on your TBR.
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By Orlagh Shanks
Orlagh Shanks is the Editor of Orlagh Claire, an award-winning travel and lifestyle blog.
After working in the PR & Influencer Marketing industry, Orlagh quit her job to travel Asia for 12 months and moved to Sydney, Australia where she is now a full-time travel blogger and content creator sharing travel tips and recommendations for all 30 of the countries she’s visited so far.
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