1 / 7All In by Chatto & Windus – 320-page paperback listing
Chatto Windus: All In is a contemporary novel about a marriage under strain during a family weekend at a Mediterranean resort. The listing frames it as funny and bittersweet, with family dynamics and relationship tensions at the centre. It is listed in English at 320 pages.
At a glance
- Jo and Dave accept a weekend trip with relatives after a difficult period that includes failed IVF and the death of Dave’s mother.
- The story unfolds over one weekend at a beachfront resort, where the listing says family and relationship tensions persist.
- Presented as a contemporary, bittersweet novel mixing humour with family and marriage themes.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A focused weekend setting gives the story a clear holiday backdrop.
- Its relationship and family themes may appeal to readers looking for more than a light resort-romance plot.
- The listing gives a useful print length of 320 pages.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Chatto & Windus |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 4 Jun. 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| Weight listed | 428 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14.5 x 2.9 x 22.4 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 1784746088 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1784746087 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes this as a novel, but does not state a specific print binding or format. Confirm the edition if that matters to you.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in contemporary stories about marriage and complicated family dynamics.
- Holiday readers looking for a relationship-focused novel with both humour and emotional themes.
Less suited to
- Readers who prefer plots without family conflict or strained relationships.
- Readers who want a clearly identified binding or format before ordering.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
34% 34% - 4 stars
31% 31% - 3 stars
24% 24% - 2 stars
8% 8% - 1 star
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Customer feedback is mixed on readability, character development and writing quality. Some readers find the book engrossing and its characters relatable, while others describe it as dull, find characters less likeable, or criticise the writing. The overall rating pattern is also mixed rather than uniformly positive. These reactions may matter if you are choosing it for an immersive, character-led holiday read, but they do not establish how any individual reader will respond.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback is divided on whether the book is engrossing or dull.
- Readers differ on the relatability and likeability of the characters.
- Writing quality receives both praise and criticism.
Frequently asked questions
What is All In about?
Jo and Dave join relatives for a weekend at a Mediterranean beachfront resort. The listing centres the story on marriage and family tensions.
How long is the book?
The listing states a print length of 320 pages.
What language is the book listed in?
The listed language is English.
Is the binding specified?
No specific binding or print format is given in the supplied product details, so confirm the edition if this is important.
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