One of the most talked-about books of 2024, despite its recent release this week, is the latest installment in the Empyrean series: Onyx Storm. This series, penned by Rebecca Yarros, has captivated readers worldwide, starting with its debut novel, Fourth Wing. The series gained immense popularity through viral trends on BookTok, a segment of TikTok where romance novels like Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us have previously soared to fame, leading to best-seller status and even a film adaptation in 2022.
Why Is The Empyrean Series So Popular?
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While TikTok certainly played a pivotal role in the series' virality, the unique blend of plot and genre has been key to its success. As a reader of both Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, I can attest to their gripping nature. The series combines elements reminiscent of the Harry Potter saga, the romance of Twilight, and the dragons from the Inheritance Cycle, creating a familiar yet refreshingly new reading experience.
Another significant factor contributing to the series' allure is its bold and explicit portrayal of the protagonist's sexual encounters. What begins as a typical young adult novel quickly escalates into a steamy fantasy romance, featuring dragons and intense romantic scenes that keep readers hooked.
AnswerSee ResultsWhat Were the Other Amazon Best-Selling Books of 2024?
Onyx Storm secured the second spot on Amazon's 2024 best-sellers list. The top novel of the year was The Women by Kristin Hannah, released in February 2024, which also dominated The New York Times best-seller list. Here's a snapshot of the top ten books that made it to Amazon's 2024 list:
- The Women - Kristin Hannah
- Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros
- Atomic Habits - James Clear
- Hillbilly Elegy - J.D. Vance
- The Housemaid - Freida McFadden
- Mom, I want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
- Dad, I want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
- The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt
- It Ends With Us - Colleen Hoover
- Good Energy - Casey Means M.D
