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lastbraincell's review against another edition
3.0
A friendlier read than Sex At Dawn. Provides examples of couples, some of whom I could relate with. Basically it's normal to get bored with married sex. Something like overfamiliarity is a boner killer. But there are ways to examine one's sexual blueprint and work with your partner to find a creative solution.
ashbyreads's review against another edition
informative
reflective
slow-paced
2.5
There is some good content but it's so repetitive, I found it hard to push through to the end.
alexiberry's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
alisonwhite01's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.5
Esther Perel is a genius when it comes to understanding long-term relationships and the problems couples within them face with regard to sustaining intimacy, curiosity, and eroticism and staying together. Essential reading.
shermreads's review against another edition
5.0
I wonder how many lives esther perel’s wisdom has saved? this book is an absolute must read for anyone in a long-term relationship and one I keep coming back to for new insights
rasoulin's review against another edition
4.0
Esther Perel makes a lot of sweeping statements in "Mating in Captivity." They are astute and often lead to deep personal reflection, but it's not always clear what the research is behind her claims. A great read for anyone. At any stage in their life. Esther defines the erotic beyond sex itself or sexuality – eroticism is about facing the world with openness and wonder and curiosity. At a time of great uncertainty, this book has been a gift. A reminder of beauty and wonder.
acsaper's review against another edition
4.0
Well, the book club was a total disaster but the book was great - albeit repetitive from chapter to chapter. Would reference again as a reflection on how to maintain romantic and sexual desire within a long term relationship where comfort and intimacy often, unintentionally, erode the former. Well written, easy and fun to read, recommended for anyone in, entering, considering, interested in, or curious about long term relationships.