The Empyrean series has soared to the top of readers' lists, becoming one of the most popular book series in recent years, fueled by its unique premise and viral success on TikTok. The series began with "Fourth Wing," which has remained a fixture on Amazon's top-sellers list since 2023. The buzz around the series has only grown, with preorders for the latest installment, "Onyx Storm," by Rebecca Yarros, securing the number two spot on Amazon's best-seller list for 2024.
"Onyx Storm" is set to officially release on Tuesday, January 21, and preorders are currently available at a discount on Amazon. If you're new to the series, you can catch up by reading the first two books, "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," which are available for free with a Kindle Unlimited subscription for a limited time.
Onyx Storm Preorders
Onyx Storm (Standard Edition)
Hardcover and Kindle versions of the standard edition are currently discounted.
- Hardcover: $29.99, save 30% - Now $20.98 at Amazon
- Kindle: $29.99, save 50% - Now $14.99 at Amazon
The deluxe edition remains at full price, and paperback versions are not yet available for purchase. For more purchasing options, check out our comprehensive guide on where to buy books online.
What Is the Empyrean Series About?
Before diving into the series, a friend described "Fourth Wing" to me as "Like the Harry Potter books, but with dragons." Initially, this seemed fitting, but as I read further, the narrative began to echo the Twilight series, evolving into a deeply immersive, magical fantasy romance with highly detailed, graphic elements.
The series centers on Violet Sorrengail, a seemingly delicate young woman coerced by her formidable mother into joining the perilous academy of dragon riders. As Violet navigates her challenges and strives to survive, she grapples with complex feelings toward her mother, an old friend, and a boy she initially believes wishes her harm. Amidst this, deeper secrets about the dragons and her world unravel, positioning Violet at the heart of a gripping, epic romance.
Fourth Wing and Iron Flame are Part of Kindle Unlimited
Kindle Unlimited
Subscribers can access both "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame" for free on the Kindle app. To dive into the Empyrean series, log into your Kindle account and download these books before they're no longer available through your subscription.
