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The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez by Adrianna Cuevas follows 12-year-old Cuban American Nestor, who uses his unique ability to talk to animals to protect his new home in New Haven, Texas, from the malevolent tule vieja. As he navigates adjusting to a new school and community, Nestor discovers family secrets, forges new friendships, and embraces his cultural heritage, ultimately saving the town's wildlife and finding a sense of belonging. This book contains themes of displacement and challenges of military family life, including references to military deployment in conflict zones, military weapons, and fatality.