Yes, you can ask how much it costs. For my husband and I it was $75.00, that included the book and 2 bottles of the tablets. I didn't have the woman break down the prices, but I'm guessing the book is $25.00 and the 2 bottles are $25.00 a piece. The tablets will get you through one course which is 40 days. I've lost 11 and my husband 13 since 7/11. The first 10 pounds is always the easiest. It will slow down from here.