Batch of Books, March 2017
“This is a sweet look at friendship, the need to belong, and the improvement a good friend can bring to your life.”

Mid West Book Review, December 2016
“‘Patch and Ruby’ is a lovely tale of finding friendship and the place where you belong. Charmingly illustrated in warm earth colors” - Click here for the full review.

Peninsula Kids, December 2016
Reviewed for their Christmas special ‘things we love” - Click here

Reading Time, November 2016
“Children will be able to identify with Sam and perhaps feel empowered by her solution to Patch’s loneliness. The theme of not fitting in and finding a friend who ‘gets you’ will resonate with young readers”

NC Teacher Stuff, November 2016
“With a gently sweet story and engaging illustrations, you and your readers will want to make friends with Patch and Ruby.” - Read the full review here.

Kids’ Book Review, October 2016
“Patch and Ruby is a heartfelt metaphor about everyone’s yearning for a soul mate and the inevitable obstacles along the way. While younger children will embrace the humour and quirkiness of gossiping poultry and tiny guardians of the veggie patch, the deeper tale of finding someone to call home resonates on every page.”

School Days, September 2016
“A story to warm the hearts of young children while they enjoy the entertaining illustrations by Gwynneth Jones. Another delightful book from EK Books”