--- product_id: 116909095 title: "Esther Perel 2 book set ( Mating in Captivity & The State Of Affairs )" price: "€ 84.02" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/116909095-esther-perel-2-book-set-mating-in-captivity-and-state store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 4.8-star insight rating 2 transformative books Thought-provoking relationship psychology Esther Perel 2 book set ( Mating in Captivity & The State Of Affairs ) **Price:** € 84.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Elevate your love IQ with Esther Perel’s must-read duo! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Esther Perel 2 book set ( Mating in Captivity & The State Of Affairs ) - **How much does it cost?** € 84.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/116909095-esther-perel-2-book-set-mating-in-captivity-and-state) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Highly Acclaimed by Readers:** Join 781+ readers who rated this set 4.8/5 for its life-changing impact on understanding intimacy. - • **Dual Masterpieces in One Set:** Unlock Esther Perel’s groundbreaking perspectives on love, desire, and infidelity in a single collection. - • **Essential for Every Relationship:** Whether single, partnered, or curious, these books redefine how you think about love and fidelity. - • **Deep-Dive into Modern Relationships:** Explore why passion fades and how to reignite desire with expert psychological insights. - • **Conversation-Starters & Mind-Expanders:** Perfect for book clubs, therapy sessions, or personal growth—spark meaningful discussions everywhere. ## Overview This 2-book set by renowned therapist Esther Perel combines 'Mating in Captivity' and 'The State of Affairs' to offer a revolutionary look at intimacy, desire, and infidelity. With a 4.8-star rating from over 780 readers, these books challenge conventional relationship norms and provide fresh frameworks for understanding love’s complexities. ## Description The State Of Affairs Rethinking Infidelity And Mating In Captivity 2 Books Collection Set By Esther Perel - A Book For Anyone Who Has Ever Loved. Description:- The State Of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity - a book for anyone who has ever loved Infidelity is the ultimate betrayal. But does it have to be? Relationship therapist Esther Perel examines why people cheat, and unpacks why affairs are so traumatic; because they threaten our emotional security. In infidelity, she sees something unexpected - an expression of longing and loss. A must-read for anyone who has ever cheated or been cheated on, or who simply wants a new framework for understanding relationships. Mating in Captivity When you love someone, how does it feel? And when you desire someone, how is it different? In Mating in Captivity, Esther Perel looks at the story of sex in committed couples. Modern romance promises it all - a lifetime of togetherness, intimacy and erotic desire. In reality, it's hard to want what you already have. Our quest for secure love conflicts with our pursuit of passion. And often, the very thing that got us to into our relationships - lust - is the one thing that goes missing from them. Determined to reconcile the erotic and the domestic, Perel explains why democracy is a passion killer in the bedroom. Argues for playfulness, distance, and uncertainty. And shows what it takes to bring lust home. Smart, sexy and explosively original, Mating in Captivity is the monogamist's essential bedside read. Review: Mating in Captivity - I just finished reading the first book. I am going to have to read it again, and study it. There is so much in this book, but let me say this, I’ve learned more about myself and my relationship by reading this than I have in the last 10 years. There are no answers, no quick fixes, instead there are thought provoking ideas that start to make you analyze your own behavior and ask why you do what you do. I would highly recommend this book. Review: Couldn’t put down! - What can I say that hasn’t already been said?! Mating in captivity is an incredible book- I’m obsessed. I’ve recommended it to everyone I know. Perel should put me on the payroll at this point I’ve told strangers about it in airports and on planes when I’m holding it. If you are someone in a relationship/been in a relationship/going to be in one or knows someone who has been in one, it’s more than worth the read. If for no other reason, you learn so much about communication. It’s not just for lovers! ## Features - 2 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 781 Reviews | ## Images ![Esther Perel 2 book set ( Mating in Captivity & The State Of Affairs ) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711YaDh5tfL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mating in Captivity *by S***. on May 11, 2026* I just finished reading the first book. I am going to have to read it again, and study it. There is so much in this book, but let me say this, I’ve learned more about myself and my relationship by reading this than I have in the last 10 years. There are no answers, no quick fixes, instead there are thought provoking ideas that start to make you analyze your own behavior and ask why you do what you do. I would highly recommend this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Couldn’t put down! *by J***N on December 28, 2023* What can I say that hasn’t already been said?! Mating in captivity is an incredible book- I’m obsessed. I’ve recommended it to everyone I know. Perel should put me on the payroll at this point I’ve told strangers about it in airports and on planes when I’m holding it. If you are someone in a relationship/been in a relationship/going to be in one or knows someone who has been in one, it’s more than worth the read. If for no other reason, you learn so much about communication. It’s not just for lovers! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perel is the best! *by T***H on December 14, 2025* These two books offer some great advice for keeping our relationships vital and alive! ## Frequently Bought Together - Esther Perel 2 book set ( Mating in Captivity & The State Of Affairs ) - Come As You Are: Revised and Updated: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life - Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/116909095-esther-perel-2-book-set-mating-in-captivity-and-state](https://www.desertcart.be/products/116909095-esther-perel-2-book-set-mating-in-captivity-and-state) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-10-25*