The 2024 Amazon Bestsellers List was dominated by a book that didn't even launch until this week: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. While this might seem surprising, the series' success builds on the viral popularity of its predecessor, Fourth Wing, fueled largely by BookTok. This trend mirrors the success of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, which similarly skyrocketed to the top of bestseller lists in 2022.
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 played a significant role, the books' inherent appeal is crucial. Fourth Wing and Iron Flame offer a compelling blend of familiar and fresh elements: a touch of Harry Potter's magic, the romance of Twilight, and the dragon lore reminiscent of the Inheritance Cycle. This creates a sense of familiarity while offering something new.
Another contributing factor is the series' explicit depiction of sexual encounters. This unexpected level of graphic detail in what initially appears as a young adult novel adds a unique dimension, transforming it into a steamy epic fantasy romance.
AnswerSee ResultsOther 2024 Amazon BestsellersOnyx Storm secured the second spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. The top spot went 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:
- The Women - Kristin Hannah
- Onyx Storm - Rebecca Yarros
- Atomic Habits - James Clear
- Hillbilly Elegy - J.D. Vance
- The Housemaid - Freida McFadden
- Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
- Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story - Jeffrey Mason
- The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt
- It Ends With Us - Colleen Hoover
- Good Energy - Casey Means M.D.
