Nestor Lopez is sick of moving. It's his tenth first day of school, and he's only in the 6th grade. His dad is in the army, and they've always had to pack up and go every time the military says so. This time is different, though. It was his mom's choice to move this time. New Haven, Texas, is his dad's hometown, and Nestor loves his Abuela, but he did not want to move again. He doesn't even bother to unpack anymore.
New Haven is a tiny town, and Nestor is sure it will just be a blip in his life on the way to the next move. Abuela's house does back up to the woods which is cool for Nestor since he has the ability to talk to animals. He's never met anyone else with this talent, but it's easier to make friends with crows and deer than people sometimes.
Animals are disappearing in New Haven, and no one knows why. There are rumors about a mysterious creature who lives in the woods. When Nestor's grandmother is seen in the woods at night, she becomes the prime suspect, and Nestor decides to investigate and clear her name. With help from his two new friends and the worst bully in the 6th grade, they begin searching for the real culprit.
The truth is worse than anything they could have imagined, and Nestor's special skills will be vital if Nestor and his friends want to save the animals and the town.
The new middle grade novel by Adrianna Cuevas is perfect for middle school and upper elementary readers. It's got mystery, suspense, fantasy, action, humor, and a twist on Latin American folklore! Readers with parents in the military will identify with Nestor's struggle of always being the new kid and missing his dad. His animal friends all have fun personalities, including a crow who drops "white lightning" on Nestor's enemies. Highly recommended!
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