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In "A Whirl Asunder," Atherton delves into the lives of the wealthy elite in early 20th-century America, focusing on the lives of two families: the Van Suyden family and the Dwight family. As the families become intertwined through marriage and social connections, they grapple with issues of love, ambition, and betrayal.The novel follows the intersecting lives of the characters as they navigate the complexities of high society, confronting their own desires and aspirations while also contending with the expectations and pressures of their social class. Against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, the characters must confront their own vulnerabilities and shortcomings as they strive to find meaning and fulfillment in their lives.