Estella is portrayed as a cruel and selfish girl, who is constantly rude to Pip, but continues to string him along an emotional rollercoaster for her love.During a friendly game of cards, Estella presents her mean and judgemental personality in her first encounter with Pip, where she is seen criticizing him on the way he looks, speaks, and acts.¨ He calls the knaves, Jacks, this boy!, said Estella with disdain, before our first game was out. ¨ And what coarse hands he has. And what thick boots!¨( 52). Not only is Estella treating Pip with disrespect, but she also finds a way to enjoy. Her condescending nature throughout the book is what shapes her character and her relationship with Pip. Even though she's just met Pip, she is quick to deem
