The Naturals: All In
Jennifer Lynn Barnes
After a string of brutal murders in Las Vegas, Cassie Hobbes and the Naturals are called in to investigate. But even with the team’s unique profiling talents, these murders seem baffling: unlike many serial killers, this one uses different methods every time.
Each victim bears a strange tattoo. The numbers inked on their wrists present a puzzle that only a special team can solve. The Naturals, gifted teenagers with profiling abilities, must untangle this deadly mystery. But as they dig deeper, danger lurks around every corner, hidden just out of reach.
The murders showcase the work of a clever and unpredictable killer. Unlike typical serial killings, this murderer adopts different methods for each victim. As the victims are brutally murdered in public, no cameras capture the killer’s identity. This becomes the team’s main challenge.
They must rely on their unique abilities to decipher the sequence of killings. Amid the high-stakes investigation, the Naturals face mounting tensions within their ranks. Cassie deals with personal issues regarding her mother’s long-standing case. For the first time in years, she has a lead. This case becomes a compelling subplot, intertwining with the murders.
As they interact, old wounds resurface and complicate the investigation further. The team members’ backgrounds provide additional layers to the plot. Sloane, whose expertise in numbers is crucial, becomes a focal point. Her personal journey unfolds throughout the narrative, making her story significantly impactful. We learn about her past and family ties, revealing how they connect with the ongoing investigation. This exploration adds emotional depth, making her vulnerable to the evolving circumstances.
I love Cassie, Dean, Michael, Sloane and Lia all so much. I love how in this book we do really get to learn more about everyone. I was heartbroken for Sloane when she found her brother only to lose him again. The moment Michael and Cassie had in this book where Cassie confesses that Michael was her first friend was so special and so needed. When Lia arrived with the others and said to Cassie it’s your turn to break and they’re all there for her about her mother, the found family trope really shows.
I would give this book 5 stars because I loved how we got more of Sloane’s background. I also loved how much the found family shone through in this book. I would recommend it for anyone 13 or over because of the description of some of the scenes.
Published by Quercus (2023)
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