Killer Instinct
Killer Instinct
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Washington, D.C. • 2010s
2014
YA
14-17 years
Super Short Summary
In Killer Instinct by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, a teen named Cassie becomes involved with a special FBI program designed for young profilers with exceptional abilities. While working with this team, Cassie faces a series of challenging cases and personal dilemmas, testing her skills and pushing her to understand the complexities of human behavior and criminal investigation.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Challenging
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
162,951 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Killer Instinct by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is praised for its engaging plot and well-developed characters. Readers appreciate the suspenseful narrative and clever twists that keep them guessing. However, some find the pacing uneven and the resolution slightly predictable. Overall, it's an exciting read for fans of psychological thrillers and young adult fiction.
Who Should Read Killer Instinct?
Readers who enjoy Killer Instinct by Jennifer Lynn Barnes are likely drawn to suspenseful, fast-paced YA thrillers. Fans of One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus or The Naturals series will appreciate the strong characters and intricate plot twists. These readers savor psychological depth intertwined with mystery.
162,951 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Killer Instinct is the sequel to The Naturals and continues to follow a group of teens with exceptional abilities, often described as a teenage version of the TV show Criminal Minds.
The author, Jennifer Lynn Barnes, holds advanced degrees in psychology, psychiatry, and cognitive science, which she utilizes to add depth and realism to the psychological aspects of her characters.
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This book was part of a series that made the American Library Association's Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers list, highlighting its popularity and accessibility among young readers.
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Novel • Fiction
Washington, D.C. • 2010s
2014
YA
14-17 years
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