In the beginning of the novel, Alyss is characterized as puerile, impatient, and guideless. “He’s late, …show more content…
The Liddell’s are in the awe by Alyss’ appearance and behavior. The author is saying that Alyss has never acted this way in front of her parents; grown up. When Alyss refers to them as, “Yes mother” and “Thank you father” it is as if she accepts the fact she’s stuck with them and takes it into a liking. The Liddell’s seemed to be happy that she’s growing fond of them. “Marriage? Again, she felt the tug of a long-buried affection for who...she would not allow herself to think of him. She had to be realistic” (Beddor 171). Alyss just got asked to be married by Prince Leopold. When Alyss said, “I accept, Leopold” Alyss is saying she accepts the marriage and realizes it is not fair for Leopold, but for her mother. “Where are we going? she breathed. You’ll see!” (Beddor 205). Dodge just took Alyss from her wedding, escaping the Cat, but Alyss not sure it is Dodge. When Dodge says, “You’ll see!” Alyss starts thinking about Wonderland, if he is taking her back their. They have their hands clasped, but going into the portal they lose each other’s hand. Will she lose Dodge,