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The Knave's words. Is it really possible for Wonderland residents to travel to the real world? And if so, is it done the same way Alice travels between realms? In other news, it seems the recruitment efforts are successful. But man, there's a lot to keep track of, even for a book taking place (mostly) in a world of nonsense. Also, that "CC" character is highly unnerving...

Looks like Alice has solved an important riddle. And found another friend in her "home". And earlier, she survived a difficult and dangerous game of Snakes and Ladders. Wasn't that game invented much later in history though?

Hmm... Interesting events in both the real world and in Wonderland. Can this Queen of Clubs truly help Alice and her friends? Also, is it just me, or does Ramsbottom remind me of a certain person in real life? Someone who has political power right now?

Well... THAT was unexpected. I see now the story is divided into parts "Alice as You Remember Her" and "Alice as She Is". An interesting story-telling choice. But why send her in a different direction?

Hmm... surprised to see the Knave of Hearts join the party, as well as the Cheshire Cat. And Wonderland is both delightfully strange in some areas, and completely nightmarish in others. So the party ventures onward, hoping to find a way to stop the Queen of Hearts. But can 18 year old Alice re-adapt herself to the ways of the land? We shall see...

Huh, I don't remember there being a King of Hearts in the original story. But I can only guess that he's long, long gone now. And we have a few surprises here. And apparently Mary Ann is actually a comic book character. Interesting way to tie in some lore. At least Alice succeeded in her goal. Well, mostly...

Okay, this just went from weird to unnerving to horrifying. And it seems Alice might be the only sane or morally good person in her family. Keyword; might. Still, her painting and photography skills are quite the sight to see!

Oh, I like this so far. While it is rather unusual for me to envision a younger character older, I can imagine that Alice looks lovely as an adult woman. And this Katz fellow is quite interesting. That last comment on rats is more true than I'd like it to be, but sometimes you have to laugh to avoid crying. And that author's note is unexpected, but I suppose necessary?