Alice with a Why

Alyce, the granddaughter of the original Alice, tumbles into Wonderland in 1919 England, where a world at war collides with whimsy. In this lush retelling by Anna James, author of the Pages & Co. and Chronicles of Whetherwhy series, Alyce faces a kingdom fractured by time and power as the Sun King and the Moon Queen quarrel over a stolen hour. Guided by the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, and a loyal Sailor Fox, she must navigate danger, memory, and family ties to restore balance and find her way home. The story honors Lewis Carroll's beloved Wonderland while grounding it in historical mood, friendship, courage, and the stubborn magic of storytelling itself. Rich illustrations by Matthew Land bring a dreamlike, wartime-era world to life, making this timeless adventure accessible to contemporary readers.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of fairy-tale retellings with a historical twist and ensemble cast.
• Readers who enjoy imaginative fantasy adventures with recognizable Wonderland lore but set in a wartime mood.
• Teens and tweens (ages 11–14) looking for brave heroines and stories about courage, family, and self-discovery.
• Readers who appreciate Anna James's Pages & Co. universe and want a fresh, modern take on a classic.