The Maidens (Premium, Hardcover)

The Maidens by Alex Michaelides is a gripping psychological thriller set within the dark, atmospheric halls of Cambridge University. The story follows Mariana Andros, a brilliant but troubled group therapist, who becomes convinced that a charismatic Greek tragedy professor is connected to a series of brutal murders. The victims are young women known as “The Maidens,” members of an exclusive secret society centered around ancient Greek rituals.

As Mariana investigates, obsession begins to blur with truth, and buried trauma from her own past resurfaces. With chilling twists, classical mythology references, and a suspense-filled plot, The Maidens keeps readers guessing until the final pages.

Perfect for fans of The Silent Patient, dark academia fiction, and intelligent psychological thrillers, this novel combines mystery, obsession, and shocking revelations in a haunting academic setting.