The Most Anticipated Book of 2024 Released This Week

Author: Zachary Feb 22,2025

Onyx Storm Takes Flight: A Phenomenal Success in 2024's Amazon Bestsellers

2024 saw a plethora of fantastic books, but one title unexpectedly soared to the top of Amazon's bestseller list: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series, released just this week. While perhaps unfamiliar to some, the series's initial book, Fourth Wing, propelled the author to stardom.

This success is largely attributed to the books' viral popularity on BookTok, mirroring the trajectory of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, a BookTok sensation that dominated bestseller lists in 2022 and subsequently became a film.

The Empyrean Series: A Recipe for Success

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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 KindleWhile BookTok undoubtedly played a significant role, the series' inherent appeal is undeniable. The blend of familiar Harry Potter-esque elements, Twilight-style romance, and Inheritance Cycle-inspired dragons creates a unique yet comfortable reading experience. The books are undeniably captivating.

Another contributing factor to the series' popularity is the explicit depiction of the protagonist's sexual encounters. This unexpected level of graphic detail transforms what initially appears as a typical young adult novel into a steamy epic fantasy romance. Dragons and romance? It's a winning combination.

Will you be reading Onyx Storm?

AnswerSee ResultsAmazon's 2024 Bestsellers: Beyond Onyx Storm

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:

  1. The Women - Kristin Hannah
  2. Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros
  3. Atomic Habits - James Clear
  4. Hillbilly Elegy - J.D. Vance
  5. The Housemaid - Freida McFadden
  6. Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
  7. Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
  8. The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt
  9. It Ends With Us - Colleen Hoover
  10. Good Energy - Casey Means M.D.