This is a truly remarkable novel as 12 famous novelists and writers made their contribution to the creation of this book which was originally published in 1908. The circle of authors include William Dean Howells, Henry James, and Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. The plot of the novel is built around the young daughter of the Talbert family who is going through a number of romantic feelings and is experiencing first love, first betray and first tears. Some surprises are waiting for readers. For example, suddenly much older aunt becomes a quite modern and developed woman who serves as the rival for her niece. Each chapter was written by a different author which makes the story more interesting and complex. The Whole Family is full of traps and mysteries which are to be solved not only by the next authors but by readers as well. And despite all this, the book is unite and definitely enjoyable and carrying away.