A review by lcmilewski
The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity by Esther Perel

4.0

Perel's book is a thoughtful examination about why people cheat and how to help couples heal from these infidelities (either separately or together). She remains non-judgmental and objective throughout her analysis, but it is clear she has a lot of compassion for the couples she works with. The book is a useful combination of case studies and research that makes a compelling case for a more holistic view of infidelity that allows for a greater variety of motivations and solutions than is commonly considered in American culture. If you don't want to read the book, her podcast is fantastic and features a lot of similar themes.