Naruto Manga is long manga and follows the life of a ninja. Not like other series where the story is focused on goal like finding a stone for example. So if dont plan on reading something long dont bother with Naruto.
But its the long story wich makes it intresting and special.

Naruto is currently divided into 2 parts Part 1 and Part 2.

Part 1 is the beginging. It feels like it is just a ground for part 2.
You get introduced to all the characher and certin events happen and charachers devolep. When part 1 has ended you pretty much know backgrounds for the entire new generation. (The new ninjas like Naruto)

Part2 is When they are older like 15/16.
Very much charachter development and you get to know more things and some sick plot twists. Currently it feels like it will be part 3.

Thats just a very short summary realley. The art is amazing and manga at part 2 is the best manga i have read.
Death, Misery and happines are some of many elements that make Naruto manga awsome. If youre looking for a long serie with high quality, you want to read Naruto.