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Zusatztext This engaging tale is moving without veering into sentimentality. For all the Lotterys' apparent eccentricity! the novel delves into universal themes of family relationships that will resonate with readers from all backgrounds. Informationen zum Autor Emma Donoghue is an Irish writer living in Canada. Her novel, Room , was an internationally award-winning bestseller and was shortlisted for the Man Booker and Orange Prizes. Emma's screenplay for Room 's multi-award-winning film adaptation has earned her an Oscar nomination. The Lotterys Plus One is her first novel for children. Caroline Hadilaksono was born in Indonesia, before moving to Los Angeles when she was twelve. She now lives and works in New York, where she is a freelance designer and illustrator, working on everything from children's books to murals. Klappentext A first novel for children! "The Lotterys Plus One" is a heartwarming tale from the internationally award-winning and bestselling author! Emma Donoghue. The Lotterys are a unique and diverse family all living happily together in a big! old house. But when Grandad comes to stay! everything is turned upside down... Ages: 9-11yrs The one thing in life that never changes . . . is that sooner or later things change. A first novel for children, full of warmth and heart, from Emma Donoghue, internationally award-winning and bestselling author of Room Zusammenfassung Meet the Lotterys: a unique and diverse family featuring four parents, seven kids and five pets – all living happily together in their big old house, Camelottery. Nine-year-old Sumac is the organizer of the family and is looking forward to a long summer of fun. But when their grumpy and intolerant grandad comes to stay, everything is turned upside down. How will Sumac and her family manage with another person to add to their hectic lives? The Lotterys Plus One , the first novel for children by bestselling author Emma Donoghue, features black-and-white illustrations throughout and is funny, charming and full of heart. ...
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The Lotterys are a very recognisable family - very quickly the reader feels that they have known each member for years. That's part of the enchantment of Donoghue's writing - and the spell she weaves with this narrative is inescapable. She has written a family of eccentrics and individuals, but readers from all backgrounds will find themselves identifying with and understanding these wonderfully written characters.
Caroline Hadilaksono's silhouettes and illustrations resonate with the dynamic chaos of the Lottery family and perfectly complement the story Donoghue is telling, creating a warmth and a sense of home that is as compelling as it is beautiful.
The story itself could not be more relevant to the turbulent times the world finds itself in - the true meaning of belonging, home, tolerance and acceptance. Offbeat, funny, wise and deliciously different, Emma Donoghue's first book for children is an essential read.
Becky Long INIS
