"Fourth Wing Series Next Book Out Next Week, Preorders on Sale"

The Empyrean series has surged to the forefront of popular literature in recent years, largely due to its innovative premise and a significant boost from TikTok, where it initially gained viral status. The series kicked off with "Fourth Wing," which has remained a fixture on Amazon's top-sellers list since 2023. The latest installment, "Onyx Storm" by Rebecca Yarros, has also made waves, securing the number two spot for preorders on Amazon in 2024.

Onyx Storm is set to be released on Tuesday, January 21, and preorders are currently available at a discount on Amazon. For those yet to dive into the series, the first two books, "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," are accessible 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 reduced by 30% to $20.98, while the Kindle version is discounted by 50% to $14.99. 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 delving 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 narrative soon evolves to echo the Twilight series, morphing into a magical, fantasy romance that becomes increasingly graphic.

The story centers on Violet Sorrengail, a seemingly fragile young woman coerced by her formidable mother into attending a perilous academy for dragon riders. As Violet navigates her vulnerabilities and strives to survive, she grapples with complex emotions towards her mother, an old friend, and a boy she believes wishes her harm. Amidst this, deeper mysteries involving the dragons and her world unfold, positioning Violet at the heart of an epic romance and a larger, unfolding saga.

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 available 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.