: The "Silent Patient," whose internal state is revealed to the reader through diary entries written before the murder .
: A forensic psychotherapist obsessed with Alicia's case. He secures a position at The Grove , a secure psychiatric facility in London, specifically to treat her and "unlock" her silence . The Silent Patient
: Alicia’s murdered husband, whose hidden life is the catalyst for the tragedy . The Narrative Structure The novel employs a dual narrative: : The "Silent Patient," whose internal state is
: Narrated in the present as he investigates Alicia’s past, interviewing her family and friends . : The "Silent Patient
: Epistolary entries that detail her life leading up to the murder, including her growing paranoia about a stalker . Key Themes The Silent Patient: Full Book Summary | SparkNotes
