Author of Love, Aubrey, Suzanne LaFleur has a skilful approach to her pre-teen heroine's difficulties in Eight Keys. Eleven-year-old Elise has just moved up to middle school and is struggling to cope with the change as old friendships start to crumble, homework mounts up and bullying becomes a daily occurrence. Suzanne LaFleur has created a sympathetic and reassuring story with the kind of wit and sensitivity that will resonate with her young readers.