The One and Only Family

For over a decade, readers have cherished The One and Only Ivan, the Newbery Award–winning and #1 New York Times bestselling modern classic, along with its sequels The One and Only Bob and The One and Only Ruby. Now, Katherine Applegate returns to Ivan’s world for one final, thrilling adventure.

Living happily in a wildlife sanctuary, Ivan enjoys life with his elephant friend Ruby nearby, visits from his dog friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. His greatest joy comes with the arrival of his twin babies.

As Ivan embraces fatherhood—with all its joys and struggles—he reflects on his past: his early life in the jungle, his time trapped behind glass walls, and memories of his own twin.

In the spirit of timeless tales like Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little, Applegate delivers a moving, heartwarming, and unforgettable conclusion to Ivan’s story.