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Onyx Storm: The Phenomenal Success of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean Series

2024 saw a surge in popular fiction, but one title dominated Amazon's bestseller list: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. This book, released late in the year, eclipsed many earlier contenders. Even if you're unfamiliar with Onyx Storm, you've likely heard of its predecessor, Fourth Wing. The series' viral success on BookTok, a TikTok community dedicated to book reviews, mirrors the trajectory of other romance novels like Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, a 2022 bestseller that later became a film.

Why the Empyrean Series' Popularity?

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9Hardcover and Kindle versions available at a discount.$29.99 save 30%$20.98 at Amazon$29.99 save 50%$14.99 at Amazon KindleWhile BookTok undeniably boosted the series' visibility, the books' inherent appeal is equally significant. The narratives blend familiar elements—the magical world reminiscent of Harry Potter, the romance echoing Twilight, and the dragon lore akin to Inheritance Cycle—creating a unique yet comforting reading experience. The books' explicit depiction of the protagonist's romantic encounters also contributes to their popularity, adding a mature dimension to the young adult fantasy genre. The combination of epic fantasy, romance, and mature themes clearly resonates with a wide audience.

Reader Poll: Will You Read Onyx Storm?

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Onyx Storm secured the number two spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. Kristin Hannah's The Women, released in February, claimed the top position, also achieving success on the New York Times bestseller list. Here's a glimpse at the top ten:

1. The Women - Kristin Hannah
2. Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros
3. Atomic Habits - James Clear
4. Hillbilly Elegy - J.D. Vance
5. The Housemaid - Freida McFadden
6. Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
7. Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
8. The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt
9. It Ends With Us - Colleen Hoover
10. Good Energy - Casey Means M.D.