"The Naturals" is a young adult novel by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. It follows a group of teenagers with exceptional abilities, recruited by the FBI to help solve cold cases. Each character possesses unique skills, such as profiling or reading emotions, making them valuable assets in criminal investigations. The story centers around Cassie Hobbes, a girl with a natural talent for profiling, who joins the team. As they work on various cases, the group faces challenges that test their abilities and relationships. The novel explores themes of trust, identity, and the moral implications of using their gifts in the pursuit of justice.