Normally, I am all for incorporating such discussions, but part of me feels like it was out of place in this story.

I have read six other books in this series and this is the only one that I can recall having that type of narrative element. These are definitely important topics to explore in literature, but I must admit I was surprised to see it here in such depth. There was quite a bit of social commentary on nationalism and discrimination against minority groups and immigrant populations. There is also a large political element, as Alice’s sister is involved in local politics and tries to drag Alice along even if she is not as interested, or has conflicting opinions. It’s more of a follow-up, in my opinion.Ī large chunk of the story follows Alice in our world with her interactions with her sister, parents and potential suitors. It follows Alice after her time in Wonderland, so there is no twist per se, to the original tale. It felt very different than the other books in the series heavier in a way. This novel is definitely an interesting one. Young Alice may have been afraid, but as an 18-year old, Alice is stronger and more willful than ever. It appears the Queen of Hearts is more out of control than ever, continuing her reign of terror and executing Wonderland’s citizens seemingly for her own pleasure.ĭoes Alice have what it takes to defeat her once and for all? Wonderland is in trouble and Alice is the only one who can save them.įinding her way back to Wonderland is tricky, but she eventually succeeds and is able to reunite with old friends. When characters she met in Wonderland start magically appearing in the photos she develops, she can’t help but feel they are trying to get a message to her.Īfter more and more images come up, it’s clear, they need her help. She has a wonderful camera and wanders all over taking candids of various people and places. Living with her parents and her slightly overbearing sister, Alice’s favorite past time is now photography. There are times when she wonders if it was even real and just the vivid dreams of a little girl with an overactive imagination. In fact, it has been so long that the memories are starting to fade. In this installment of Disney’s popular Twisted Tales series, Liz Braswell examines just that.Īlice is now 18-years old and it has been many years since her last trip to Wonderland.

We all know the story of Alice’s adventures in Wonderland, but what happened after? Part of Your World (The Little Mermaid): 2-stars Conceal, Don’t Feel (Frozen): 3.5-starsħ.

Unbirthday (Alice in Wonderland): 3.5-starsĥ. Mirror, Mirror (Snow White): 3.5-stars rounded upĤ. As Old As Time (Beauty & the Beast): 3.5-stars rounded upģ. Meg’s current ratings for The Twisted Tales series:Ģ.

A twisted tale series book 1