Rating: 4
Author: Jennifer Lynn Barnes Released Date: November 5, 2013
The Naturals is a story about Cassie, who witnesses the aftermath of her mother’s murder and is never the same since. Unable to fit in with her dad’s side of the family, she pounces on the opportunity to join a program for special kids in hopes of finding her mother’s killer. There, she meets other teens with different abilities and trains to work on cold cases. However, Cassie gets thrown into a case with an active murderer who wants her attention.
I had fun reading this story. The characters were easy to digest, even when they had traits I didn’t necessarily like. It was thrilling, and reading how Cassie tried to adjust to a home full of misfits like her was engaging and a joy to read. I’m not a huge love triangle fan, especially when both guys are great, but it did add more fun to the story. I loved the twists in the end and felt it was truly unexpected. I enjoyed the distinctive aspects of each character and could easily visualize them as if they were real. The story was invigorating and exciting, and I was pulled along with each chapter, enjoying every minute of this thrilling ride.
