Amazon's Second Best-Selling Book of 2024 Was a Preorder That Just Came Out This Week

Last year saw a plethora of fantastic books, but the biggest surprise on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list was a title released just this week: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series.

If unfamiliar with the series, you've likely heard of its predecessor, Fourth Wing. The books' popularity largely stems from their BookTok virality, mirroring the success of other romance novels on TikTok. Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, a notable example, catapulted to the top of bestseller lists in 2022 and even received a film adaptation.

Why the Empyrean Series' 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 TikTok undeniably boosted the series' visibility, the plot and genre were inherently successful. Having read Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, I can attest to their captivating nature. They blend familiar elements reminiscent of Harry Potter (the plot), Twilight (the romance), and Inheritance Cycle (the dragons), creating a unique yet comfortable reading experience.

Another contributing factor is the series' explicit depiction of the protagonist's sexual encounters. What begins as a typical young adult novel quickly transitions into a steamy romance, maintaining this intensity throughout. Essentially, it's epic fantasy romance with dragons and mature themes—a winning combination for many readers.

Will you read Onyx Storm?

Yes!No!I'll read the first two books firstAnswerSee ResultsAmazon's Other 2024 Bestsellers

Onyx Storm secured the second spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. The top-ranked novel was 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.