Princess and the Goblin

I started reading The Princess and the Goblin and I couldn't help but think of Ella Enchanted. I guess the way that Irene is so assertive reminded me of Ella's strong personality. They both are sort of adventurous and rebellious. For example, when Irene pleads with her nurse to go farther up the mountain only to get in trouble for being out after dark reminded me of how Ella tried so hard to keep from doing what she was told until the curse forced her to obey.
Also, the introduction of Curdie and how fast Irene was taken by him takes me back to Char and Ella's relationship. And there is also the parallel of Irene's nurse to Ella's Mandy. They are both sort of set in a position to look after the little girls. Also, the relationship with the fathers. Ella's father dies when she is very young; however, she adored her father. Irene is much the same way with the King. She loves to cuddle up next to him and find comfort in his arms. I am enjoying this book a lot more than Alice, maybe because there is not so much nonsense, but an actual story line! I am interested in finding out what happends with the Goblins!!