How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
Through the miracle of the wireless telegraph, news of the whirlwind romance between Camilla Cranston and Lord Peter Henslowe reached two continents before we docked. Evidently the London newspapers were full of it, and the New York papers took note. (13.1)
When it comes to gossip, England and America are up on their details—even though Camilla and Lord Peter are out at sea, both of these countries learn about their budding romance as fast as possible. Sounds like both of these countries value having information travel as quick as can be.
Quote #8
"What's this I hear about you and some English…twerp?" he thundered at Camilla.
Twerp? We quaked under the bed. (13.13-14)
Mr. Cranston might be on his way to England, but he doesn't have the best impression of English lads—he calls Lord Peter Henslowe a "twerp." Keep in mind that everyone else on the ship loves Lord Petey, mice included. But Mr. Cranston doesn't like him one bit. And we have a feeling it has something to do with him being English. Why do you think Mr. C has such a negative view of English men?
Quote #9
The murmuring, cheeping dining saloon seemed to fall away. Suddenly before my mind's eye rose the greatest palace on earth.
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"Only think, my dear," said the Duchess. "The Diamond Jubilee and the Queen riding out in the royal landau under a black lace parasol. And with her daughters: the Princess Helena, the Princess Louise, the Princess Beatrice! How the flags will snap! How the bands will play! How the crowds will cheer as all the world watches!"
Crowds cheered in my head. I saw it all in my mind, just as I was meant to. I saw the gates of a royal palace swing open upon a future of my own. (14.27, 30-1)
Helena has become enamored with England. Back in America she was scared about the new country and what it might hold for her, but now she's thinking that she's got a lot to look forward to.