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Name: The One and Only Ruby
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780008470746
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By Katherine Applegate

Series: The One and Only Ivan

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The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate follows the heartwarming journey of Ruby, an endearing baby elephant, who must navigate the challenges of life and self-discovery. The story features themes of friendship, courage, and the importance of finding one's place in the world, while characters from prior tales are reintroduced, adding depth and connection to Ruby's adventure. Full of emotional moments, this children's book offers a delightful exploration of growth and identity.
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From beloved powerhouse author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Ruby, starring the adorable baby elephant from the Newbery Medal-winning modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob.

The third book in the series of children’s animal stories from the author of The One and Only Ivan - now a Disney + movie

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Ruby’s story picks up a few months after the events of The One and Only Bob. Now living in a wildlife sanctuary, Ruby’s caretaker from the elephant orphanage in Africa where she grew up is visiting. Seeing him again brings back a flood of memories both happy and sad of her life before the circus, and she recounts the time she spent in the African savannah to Ivan and Bob.

In the timeless way that only Katherine Applegate could craft, this highly anticipated novel in verse is the perfect mix of heartfelt and humorous, poignant and sweet.

Don’t miss the film adaptation of The One and Only Ivan, now streaming on Disney+!

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The One and Only Ruby

From beloved powerhouse author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Ruby, starring the adorable baby elephant from the Newbery Medal-winning modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its bestselling sequel, The One and Only Bob. Ruby’s story picks up a few months after the events of The One and Only Bob. Now living in a wildlife sanctuary, Ruby’s...

By Katherine Applegate

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The One and Only Family

From beloved author Katherine Applegate comes The One and Only Family, the final instalment in the series that began with the Newbery Medal-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling modern classic The One and Only Ivan and its sequels, The One and Only Bob and The One and Only Ruby. Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his...

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The One and Only Bob

The One and Only Ivan is also a major motion picture available on Disney+! Return to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling novel, The One and Only Ivan, in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan’s friend Bob! Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of...

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ISBN: 9780008470746

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate has written many books for young readers including The One and Only Ivan, winner of the 2013 Newbery Medal and made into a Disney movie starring Brian Cranston, Sam Rockwell and Angelina Jolie.

Katherine lives in California with her family and assorted pets.

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