By Emma Donoghue (author) , Caroline Hadilaksono (illustrator) Part of the The Lotterys series
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March 2018 Book of the Month | A Julia Eccleshare Pick of the Month March 2018
A funny and touching family story with a difference just because the Lotterys themselves are a unique and diverse family leading a deliberately alternative life and with more complicated relationships than is usual. With four parents from different cultures, seven children and five pets for a start, things are bound to be lively.
When an estranged grandfather with dementia joins them, a whole load of new situations arise as well as new scope for understanding and kindness. Written with great verve and a deep understanding of families and what holds them together The Lottery Plus One is both fun and thought provoking. ~ Julia Eccleshare
A Piece of Passion from editor, Venetia Gosling: ‘it’s a smart, funny and wise novel with a wonderful family set-up and family dynamic which readers will love. Emma has done a wonderful job of reflecting the world conveying it through the warmth and muddle of this very modern family.’
Julia Eccleshare's Picks of the Month for March 2018
The Lotterys Plus One by Emma Donoghue
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We Are Not Frogs! (Little Gems) by Michael Morpurgo
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Song of the Dolphin Boy by Elizabeth Laird
What Do People Do All Day? (50th anniversary edition) by Richard Scarry
Bird House by Libby Walden
Bug Hotel by Libby Walden
Alone Together by Clayton Junior
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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?
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The Lotterys Plus One, internationally bestselling author Emma Donoghue's first novel for children, features black-and-white illustrations throughout and is funny, charming and full of heart.
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. -- Kirkus, starred review
A drily funny story about adjusting to new situations, Donoghue vividly captures the Lotterys’ chaotic but always loving home… wonderfully offbeat -- Publishers Weekly
Emma Donoghue is an Irish writer living in Canada. Her 2010 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.
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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.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Lotterys Plus One and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
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The Lotterys Plus One was written by Emma Donoghue and published by Macmillan Children's Books an imprint of Pan Macmillan
The Lotterys Plus One has 299 pages
Yes it is part of The Lotterys series
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