The Naturals

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The Naturals

by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Cassie can read people like open books, a natural talent for profiling that draws the FBI's attention. She's recruited into a clandestine program where other exceptionally gifted teenagers — each a prodigy in their own way — are tasked with cracking cold cases. What unfolds is a high-stakes, twisty mystery that pulls you in from the first page. It's a genuinely suspenseful ride, full of dark secrets and unexpected turns, as Cassie and her new, complicated teammates navigate not just the cases, but the dangers lurking within their own unusual setup. This is for readers who love a fast-paced thriller with a clever premise, enjoy a good 'found family' dynamic among unlikely allies, and appreciate a mystery that keeps you guessing about who to trust right up to the end.

10 Books similar to 'The Naturals'

For those who were captivated by the sharp minds and intricate mysteries in The Naturals, we've gathered a list of books that hit similar notes. If you're drawn to stories about teen prodigies using their unique talents to solve crimes, or you love the tension of dark secrets unraveling among a group of unlikely allies, these recommendations are for you. You'll find more intense, fast-paced thrillers and mysteries where young protagonists uncover truths, navigate dangerous situations, and sometimes even possess extraordinary abilities, just like Cassie and her fellow Naturals.

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I Hunt Killers
I Hunt Killers

by Barry Lyga

This thriller follows a teenager who helps the police track down serial killers, similar to the crime-solving aspect of 'The Naturals.'

Pretty Little Liars
Pretty Little Liars

by Sara Shepard

Both books feature a group of teens dealing with mysteries and secrets, combined with suspense and drama.

The Body Finder
The Body Finder

by Kimberly Derting

This novel blends mystery and supernatural elements, focusing on a protagonist who can sense dead bodies, akin to the skills shown in 'The Naturals.'

One of Us is Lying
One of Us is Lying

by Karen M. McManus

The book offers a gripping mystery with multiple perspectives and complex characters, similar to the ensemble cast and intrigue in 'The Naturals.'

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A Study in Charlotte
A Study in Charlotte

by Brittany Cavallaro

This modern spin on Sherlock Holmes features young detectives, mirroring the youthful crime-solving team in 'The Naturals.'

The Killing Woods
The Killing Woods

by Lucy Christopher

A psychological thriller with a dark, mysterious setting and a strong focus on uncovering the truth, much like 'The Naturals.'

Dangerous Girls
Dangerous Girls

by Abigail Haas

This intense thriller deals with crime and deceit, featuring a suspenseful plot and unreliable narratives, similar to 'The Naturals.'

The Diviners
The Diviners

by Libba Bray

Set in the 1920s, this book features a group of young people with special abilities solving supernatural crimes, paralleling the special talents theme in 'The Naturals.'

The Darkest Minds
The Darkest Minds

by Alexandra Bracken

While more dystopian, it shares the theme of teens with extraordinary abilities navigating a dangerous world, akin to 'The Naturals.'

The Girl in the Blue Coat
The Girl in the Blue Coat

by Monica Hesse

A historical mystery with a young protagonist solving a gripping mystery, offering a similar sense of suspense and investigation as 'The Naturals.'