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Book Synopsis: 2021 Pura Belpré Honor Book, NYPL Best Book of 2020, and 2020 Evanston Public Library Great Books for Kids.
In this magical middle-grade debut novel from Adrianna Cuevas, The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez, a Cuban American boy must use his secret ability to communicate with animals to save the inhabitants of his town when they are threatened by a tule vieja, a witch that transforms into animals.
All Nestor Lopez wants is to live in one place for more than a few months and have dinner with his dad. When he and his mother move to a new town to live with his grandmother after his dad’s latest deployment, Nestor plans to lay low. He definitely doesn’t want to anyone find out his deepest secret: that he can talk to animals.
But when the animals in his new town start disappearing, Nestor’s grandmother becomes the prime suspect after she is spotted in the woods where they were last seen. As Nestor investigates the source of the disappearances, he learns that they are being seized by a tule vieja—a witch who can absorb an animal’s powers by biting it during a solar eclipse. And the next eclipse is just around the corner…
Now it’s up to Nestor’s extraordinary ability and his new friends to catch the tule vieja—and save a place he might just call home.
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Step into a world of mystery and magic with The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez, the captivating debut novel from Adrianna Cuevas. This enchanting middle-grade tale takes readers on an extraordinary adventure as Nestor Lopez, a Cuban American boy, discovers his unique ability to communicate with animals. The power of friendship and the bonds of family are put to the test as Nestor bravely faces a tule vieja, a witch that transforms into animals, threatening the very lives of his new town's inhabitants.
Unlock the secrets of Nestor's hidden talent as he sets out to solve the mysterious disappearance of the animals in his town. As the shadow of a powerful solar eclipse looms, Nestor and his newfound friends must race against time to save their beloved community. Will Nestor's extraordinary ability be enough to catch the cunning tule vieja and prevent her from harnessing the animals' powers?
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Cuban American culture and the captivating magic that spans the pages of The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez. With its engaging storytelling and rich character development, this Pura Belpré Honor Book is a must-read for adventurous minds of all ages. Discover the untold power that lies within Nestor and join him on an unforgettable journey that will leave you yearning for more.
Don't miss out on this spellbinding tale! Experience the thrilling magic of The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez today and embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Visit our website to learn more about the book and order your copy now! Order Now
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