The 2024 Amazon Bestsellers List was dominated by a book that didn't even release until this week: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. While this might seem surprising, its success builds on the phenomenal popularity of the series's first book, Fourth Wing.
The series's viral ascent is largely attributed to BookTok, a corner of TikTok that has previously launched other romance novels into the stratosphere, most notably Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us. However, the books' inherent appeal also contributed significantly to their success.
Why the Empyrean Series Resonates:
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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 KindleThe books cleverly blend familiar elements from popular franchises – the magical world of Harry Potter, the romantic tension of Twilight, and the dragon lore of the Inheritance Cycle – creating a unique yet comfortably familiar reading experience. The series also features explicit sexual content, adding a layer of mature appeal to the young adult fantasy romance genre. This combination of familiar tropes and mature themes has clearly struck a chord with readers.
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Onyx Storm secured the number two spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. The top spot belonged to Kristin Hannah's The Women, released in February 2024, which also topped The New York Times bestseller list. Here's a glimpse at the top ten:
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