A string of daring burglaries have taken place in Big City and precious lapdogs are disappearing all over town. Enter a small girl named Ottoline and a mute Norwegian bog creature. Who better to solve the mystery and put an end to the Yellow Cat’s reign of crime? This strikingly original mystery novel is written and illustrated by Chris Riddell. The detailed illustrations are packed with small intricacies to intrigue even the most reluctant reader. Winner of the 2007 Nestle Children’s Book Prize Gold Award Shortlisted for the 2008 Red House Children's Book Award (Books for Younger Readers) Shortlisted for the 2008 Kate Greenaway MedalA string of daring burglaries have taken place in Big City and precious lapdogs are disappearing all over town. Enter a small girl named Ottoline and a mute Norwegian bog creature. Who better to solve the mystery and put an end to the Yellow Cat’s reign of crime? This strikingly original mystery novel is written and illustrated by Chris Riddell. The detailed illustrations are packed with small intricacies to intrigue even the most reluctant reader. Winner of the 2007 Nestle Children’s Book Prize Gold Award Shortlisted for the 2008 Red House Children's Book Award (Books for Younger Readers) Shortlisted for the 2008 Kate Greenaway Medal