45 pages • 1 hour read
Jennifer Lynn BarnesThe Naturals
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Naturals follows Cassie, a teen with a talent for profiling, who joins an FBI program for gifted teenagers to solve cold cases while grappling with the mystery of her mother's disappearance. Cassie forms bonds and tensions with fellow "Naturals" and faces dangers tied to her mother's past. The plot involves discussions of parental loss, violence, and psychological trauma.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes has garnered positive praise for its intriguing plot and clever blend of mystery and psychological elements. Readers appreciate the fast-paced narrative and engaging characters. However, criticisms include some predictable twists and occasional underdeveloped character dynamics. Overall, it is an engaging read for young adult audiences.
Who Should Read The Naturals?
Thrill-seeking teens and YA readers who enjoy fast-paced mystery and crime-solving narratives will be hooked by The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. Fans of Pretty Little Liars and One of Us Is Lying will appreciate the blend of high-stakes drama, clever plot twists, and relatable teen characters.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Grief / Death
Love / Sexuality
Psychology
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Emotions/Behavior: Loneliness
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride