The book "Couple Relationships in Retirement" by Michèle Métrailler examines the dynamics of partnerships in the context of retirement. It highlights how couples can reconcile their individual desires and needs while navigating the challenges and opportunities of this life phase. Métrailler analyzes the different perceptions of retirement shaped by gender-specific life experiences and develops a model for collaborative preparation for retirement. This model provides insights into the negotiation processes that couples undergo to find a balance between activity and rest, change and continuity, as well as commitment and freedom. The book is aimed at anyone interested in the complex aspects of retirement and its impact on couple relationships.