{"product_id":"9780008470760","title":"The One and Only Ruby: The third book in the series of children’s animal stories from the author of The One and Only Ivan - now a Disney + movie (The One and Only Ivan)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFrom beloved powerhouse author Katherine Applegate comes \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ruby\u003c\/em\u003e, starring the adorable baby elephant from the Newbery Medal-winning modern classic \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/em\u003e and its bestselling sequel, \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Bob\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRuby’s story picks up a few months after the events of \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Bob\u003c\/em\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eDon’t miss the film adaptation of \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/em\u003e, now streaming on Disney+!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe One and Only Ruby, a top pick for kids and juvenile readers, continues to explore the themes of nature and environment, with a focus on animals like elephants, apes, and dogs. This children's fiction book, set in a zoo, is a heartfelt journey into the world of animals, making it a must-read for young nature enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of -Scholastic- (Thelma the Unicorn), Kate Dicamillo (Because of Winn-Dixie), Gennifer Choldenko (Mouse and His Dog), Jacqueline Davies (The Bridge Battle), and R. J. Palacio (White Bird).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarperCollins Children's 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Katherine Applegate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46888983593109,"sku":"9780008470760","price":18.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008470760.jpg?v=1776888367","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008470760","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}