Virals introduces readers to Tory Brennan, the great-niece of forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan, who moves to live with her father on a research island after her mother's death. Along with her three new friends, Tory is exposed to a unique canine parvovirus that grants them enhanced senses and abilities. This group, known as the 'Virals,' uses their newfound powers to investigate a cold case murder, navigating school life, family dynamics, and the dangers of their secret. The book blends science fiction, mystery, and adventure, offering a fast-paced narrative for middle-grade readers aged 10-14, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and justice.
The niece of famed forensic anthropologist Temperance Brennan, fourteen-year-old Tory and her three friends are exposed to a rare strain of canine parvovirus that gives them special powers which they use to try to solve a murder.