One of the most talked-about books of 2024, despite its release just this week, is the latest addition to the Empyrean series: Onyx Storm. This book has quickly climbed the Amazon best sellers list, following in the footsteps of the series' initial hit, Fourth Wing. Authored by Rebecca Yarros, the Empyrean series has captured widespread attention, largely due to its viral success on BookTok. This platform has previously propelled other romance novels to fame, such as It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover, which not only topped sales charts in 2022 but also inspired a movie adaptation.
Why Is The Empyrean Series So Popular?
The viral nature of the series on TikTok is a significant factor, yet the books' inherent appeal plays a crucial role as well. Having read Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, I can attest to their gripping nature. The series combines elements reminiscent of Harry Potter, the romantic allure akin to Twilight, and the majestic presence of dragons from the Inheritance Cycle, creating a blend that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
Another compelling aspect of the series is its bold and graphic depiction of the protagonist's romantic encounters. What begins as a seemingly typical young adult novel quickly escalates into an intense and steamy fantasy romance, featuring dragons and passionate scenes that keep readers hooked.
Onyx Storm holds the second spot on Amazon's 2024 best-selling list. However, the top position was claimed by The Women by Kristin Hannah, released in February 2024, which also dominated The New York Times best seller list. Here’s a glance at 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
