Awards: 
This medium format book is full of lovely illustrations that colour the charming tale of pets and their humans as told through the character of Duchess, a ‘mutt’ who transforms the lives of her adopted family.
The unique narrative weaves layers of meaning and emotion to build a story of friendship – and the laughs, worries and tears that go along with it. Young readers join the family in learning about pet habits and responsibilities, and the importance of taking care of our loved ones. Lottie is about the transformational power of family and pets and teaches the reader how to deal with the ups and downs of this reality, so that every shared moment can be enjoyed to the fullest.
Agnieszka Karp-Szymańska, translated by Charles Kraszewski
