Katherine Applegate Series 4 Book Set The One and The Only Family, The One and The Only Ruby & more

This four-book set by Katherine Applegate brings together the continuing stories of Ivan, Bob and Ruby. Beginning with One and Only Ivan, the series introduces Ivan, a gorilla who has spent his life performing for crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall and rarely thinks about the jungle he left behind.

Across the collection, new arrivals and unexpected events prompt each character to face change. Ruby’s arrival leads Ivan to consider a different future, while Bob sets out on a risky search for his long-lost sister as a hurricane draws near. Later, Ruby reflects on her past after a visit from her caretaker from the elephant orphanage in Africa where she grew up, and Ivan’s life at a wildlife sanctuary continues to evolve alongside Ruby, Bob and his mate Kinyani.

Included titles

• One and Only Ivan
• The One and Only Bob
• The One and Only Ruby
• The One and Only Family

Key details

• Four-book set
• Series by Katherine Applegate
• Includes One and Only Ivan, The One and Only Bob, The One and Only Ruby and The One and Only Family

Synopses

One and Only Ivan

Ivan is an easy-going gorilla who has spent his life performing for the crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall. He rarely misses life in the jungle, but everything changes when a baby elephant called Ruby arrives and he realises he must find a new life for them both.

The One and Only Bob

Bob begins a dangerous journey to find his long-lost sister, joined by his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. With a hurricane approaching and time running out, he discovers courage he did not know he had and learns about friendship and family.

The One and Only Ruby

Set a few months after the events of The One and Only Bob, Ruby is now living in a wildlife sanctuary. When her caretaker from the elephant orphanage in Africa where she grew up comes to visit, Ruby is flooded with memories of her life before the circus and recounts her time in the African savannah to Ivan and Bob.

The One and Only Family

Ivan is happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. Ivan and Kinyani also welcome a set of twins to their family.