Miss. B
123 Murray Ave
Glenshaw, PA 15116
February 24, 2010
Mr. Pip Pirrip
Gentleman at Large
Mr. Jaggers Office
London, England
Dear Pip:
I am writing to tell you that I do not think that Estella is the woman of your dreams.
While I know that you find her to be an extremely attractive woman, it is my hope that
you will come to see her in a more progressive light by the end of this letter.
Mr. Pip, you are well aware that Estella was raised by one Miss Havisham. Surely it
could not have escaped your notice that Miss Havisham is a cruel woman. Even on your
first visit, she made it clear that her heart was broken (689). Estella spent most of her life
living in that acidic environment. She admitted to you that her purpose is to “trick and
ensnare” (759) all men on behalf of Havisham. This is not a good, kind hearted woman.
When you first met, she did treat you horribly. She insulted your clothes, your speech,
your hands, and your livelihood. She did her best to make you cry, and took pleasure in it
when you did (659). However, you decided you still liked her. It makes sense that you
would try to forget the bad things in able to find something nice in a mean person; I just
think you have gone a step too far in devoting all of your emotion to her. I have spoken
with Herbert, and he tells me that you refuse to move on from this obsession.
Despite all of this, Pip, there might still be hope for Estella and yourself. She has said
herself that she will try to trick and ensnare all men—except for you (780). Now, this
could mean she loves you, or that she just cares enough for you to not trick you—or, it
could me she doesn’t care at all. This is for you to decide. I know you will choose to see
love in this act, but I urge you to consider all sides.
I hope this has given you some pause, Pip. I want to only see your happiness, and until
you are able to see Estella in a truly objective light, I fear that she will only cause you
pain.
Love Always,
Miss B