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Eight Keys

Suzanne LaFleur
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Eight Keys

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

Book Brief

Suzanne LaFleur

Eight Keys

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

Eight Keys by Suzanne LaFleur follows twelve-year-old Elise, who, grappling with middle school challenges and bullying, embarks on a journey of self-discovery through eight mysterious keys left by her deceased father, unlocking secrets about her family and herself.

Heartwarming

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.3

8,341 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Suzanne LaFleur’s novel, Eight Keys, receives commendation for its heartfelt portrayal of friendship and personal growth. Readers appreciate the relatable protagonist and the emotional depth. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it is praised for its engaging writing style and meaningful life lessons.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Eight Keys?

A reader who would enjoy Eight Keys by Suzanne LaFleur is typically a middle-grade student who enjoys heartfelt, realistic fiction. Similar readers often appreciate books like Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech, which explore complex emotions, personal growth, and the importance of family and friendship.

4.3

8,341 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Theme
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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