Amber Dickson reviewed Ruby by Colin Thompson
The members of a miniature family come to the rescue when young Kevin climbs aboard …
Review of 'Ruby' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
The illustrations were definitely more absorbing than the story.
From trevorcairney.blogspot.com.au/2011/10/author-focus-colin-thompson.html:
'Ruby' (Random House, 1994) - In the roots of an old tree lives a family of tiny contented people. Their peaceful existence is shattered by the arrival of a ruby red Austin 7 and a picnic party. The car proves an irresistible trap that carries the family away to a dangerous adventure and a new life. The book won the 1994 Primary English Best Picture Book Award in the UK.