‘All or Nothing’ is agripping and emotionally highly engaging novel. Marion meets Christopherthrough Robin, who becomes jealous of their close relationship. EventuallyRobin comes between them and what might have led to marriage becomes a brokenfriendship which follows Christopher through his life. Christopher meetsSandra but his developing friendship with her comes to nothing because of hisclose relationship with his young friend Alan. EventuallyChristopher takes over his parents’ farm on their death in a car crash. Hefinds life lonely and complicated, his friendships superficial and his closeassociation with Alan prevents him from pursuing marriage. Christopher decidesto go to Australia to escape from his memories and past associations. How canhe return to normal social relationships?