The Empyrean series has surged to the forefront of popular literature in recent years, propelled by its unique premise and a viral boost from TikTok. The series kicked off with "Fourth Wing," which has remained a fixture on Amazon's top-sellers list since 2023. The excitement continues to build with "Onyx Storm," the latest installment from Rebecca Yarros, which secured the number two spot for preorders on Amazon in 2024.
"Onyx Storm" is set to officially release on Tuesday, January 21, and preorders are currently available at a discount on Amazon. For those new to the series, the first two books, "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," 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 available at a discount. The hardcover is priced at $29.99, now $20.98 (save 30%), and the Kindle version is $29.99, now $14.99 (save 50%). The deluxe edition remains at full price, and paperback versions are not yet available. For more purchasing options, check out our guide on where to buy books online.
What Is the Empyrean Series About?
Before diving into the series, a friend recommended "Fourth Wing" to me, describing it as "Like the Harry Potter books, but with dragons." While this comparison holds in the early stages, the series soon evolves to resemble the Twilight saga more closely. It's a magical, fantasy romance novel that delves deeply into graphic details.
The narrative follows Violet Sorrengail, a seemingly fragile young girl coerced by her powerful mother into attending a perilous academy for dragon riders. As Violet navigates her vulnerabilities and strives to survive, she grapples with complex emotions about her mother, an old friend, and a boy she believes wants her dead. Amidst this, deeper mysteries involving the dragons and her world unfold, placing Violet at the epicenter of a grand romance.
Fourth Wing and Iron Flame on Kindle Unlimited
Kindle Unlimited
The first two books in the Empyrean series, "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," are currently accessible for free on the Kindle app with a Kindle Unlimited subscription. To start your journey with the series, log into your Kindle account and download these titles before they are removed from the subscription service.
