There were numerous remarkable books released last year, but one that stood out on the Amazon best sellers list for 2024 is a title that was released just this week: "Onyx Storm" from the Empyrean series. If you're not yet acquainted with this series, you might have heard of its first installment, "Fourth Wing." The widespread popularity of Rebecca Yarros's novels can be attributed to their viral success on BookTok, a platform where romance books often gain significant traction. A notable example of a book that soared to fame through BookTok is "It Ends With Us" by Colleen Hoover, which topped the best-selling lists in 2022 and was subsequently adapted into a movie.
While TikTok certainly plays a pivotal role in the series' viral spread, the inherent appeal of the plot and genre has set the Empyrean series up for success right from the start. Having read both "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," I can attest to their captivating nature; these books are genuinely hard to put down. The series incorporates elements reminiscent of the Harry Potter series, the romance akin to the Twilight saga, and dragons similar to those in the Inheritance Cycle. This blend of familiar yet fresh storytelling is part of what makes the series so engaging.
Another, perhaps more evident factor contributing to the series' popularity is its inclusion of very graphic depictions of the main character's sexual encounters. What starts as a seemingly typical young adult novel quickly escalates into steamy territory and maintains that intensity throughout. It's an epic fantasy romance that combines dragons and sensuality, offering a compelling package for readers seeking both adventure and passion.
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"Onyx Storm" secured the second spot on the 2024 Amazon best sellers list. The top novel of the year was "The Women" by Kristin Hannah, released in February 2024, which also topped The New York Times best seller list. Here's a brief overview of the top ten books that made Amazon's list in 2024:
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