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The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

10 reviews

emilywemily6's review against another edition

dark informative mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

This was an intriguing read based on the premise (YA criminal minds) and lives up to that. It was a bit more gory/intense than I anticipated but it’s to be expected when serial killers are involved. This was a quick read because there’s almost no depth to these characters. Cassie is just a girl whose defining features include her mother dying five years ago and that she is naturally good at profiling people. She felt very bland and while the other characters are more interesting, it’s not by much. The quality of the writing is mediocre. I appreciated the twist at the end though I saw it coming right before the reveal. This book is unique enough and I enjoyed this book enough that I will continue the series, though I will just be borrowing from the library.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Gore, Physical abuse, Stalking, Blood, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Gun violence, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, and Violence

Minor: Gaslighting, Sexual content, Alcohol, Abandonment, Bullying, and Domestic abuse

abril6's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Gun violence, Murder, Stalking, Body horror, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Kidnapping, Torture, and Violence

zavia_v's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Murder

Minor: Child abuse, Physical abuse, and Domestic abuse

issed's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Very fast paced, crazy ending in my opinion none of my assumptions were right. Characters are a little bit bland but it’s a short book 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Death, Sexism, Physical abuse, and Abandonment

lucyford's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious relaxing tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

It’s a super easy read, and great for when you want a break from classics or anything that makes your brain hurt a bit. The characters are also pretty lovable, and the plot is well-paced and can really catch you off-guard, which I like. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait to read the next one.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Kidnapping, Death, Physical abuse, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Gore, Domestic abuse, and Gaslighting

vj_thompson's review against another edition

challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Literally obsessed 🤩

Usually I stray away from YA reads because they read very immature or the characters are younger than the age they are. This did not. It almost felt like the characters were older or maybe too mature for their age. Given the circumstances, it makes sense if they are. Currently Team Dean. I cannot wait to read the other books in the series. I can tell I’m going to be sad when it is all over 🥲

Also, can someone make this into a TV series….hello Apple?

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Death of parent, Violence, and Murder

Moderate: Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuse, Torture, Emotional abuse, Kidnapping, and Stalking

Minor: Sexual assault, Gun violence, Medical content, Child abuse, and Gaslighting

cedarwinterberry's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder and Death

Moderate: Blood

Minor: Abandonment, Child abuse, Torture, Domestic abuse, and Death of parent

emmacvetnich's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

this was so much fun…i love an unrealistic ya murder mystery with a romance subplot!!! and criminal minds is one of my favorite shows so this just *chef’s kiss* hit the spot

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Blood, Death, Death of parent, and Murder

Moderate: Child abuse, Sexism, Stalking, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, Kidnapping, and Injury/Injury detail

reads_madi_m's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

This book was an amazing intriguing story that has the reader second guessing on who they think is responsible all the way to the end. I would highly recommend to any true crime or mystery fan.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder, Violence, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse

Moderate: Domestic abuse and Drug abuse

jillkaarlela's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

If you’re a true crime lover, you will love this! I literally read this in under 8 hours, and I really enjoyed it. I seriously could not put it down. This is a very good YA mystery with plot twists that I truly did not expect. This book provides so much background and insight to allow the reader to truly get into the kind of the killer, and act as a profiler, like the main character. That, plus love triangles, family secrets, and drama. The highly suspenseful novel truly keeps you hooked from the first page to the last, leaving you wanting more. I have to read the other books. This is about serial killers, so I would beware of that, but I think it’s on the same level as more serious crime tv shows, so not suitable for younger audiences.

I kinda like Micheal more than Dean for Cassie, but I’m not sure. Also I did not expect Locke to be the killer, I thought for sure it was Dean. And like, who killed her mother??? I have to read the other books.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Murder, Torture, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse

Some descriptions of the murders can get a little gross/disturbing. Also the serial killer vibe is very strong.