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

Onyx Storm Takes Flight: A Phenomenal Success in 2024's Book Market

2024 saw a plethora of captivating reads, but one title unexpectedly soared to the top of Amazon's bestsellers list: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. This week's release propelled it to remarkable heights, even surpassing books released earlier in the year. For those unfamiliar, the series began with the viral sensation Fourth Wing.

The books' popularity largely stems from their BookTok fame, mirroring the success of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us in 2022. This TikTok-fueled phenomenon catapulted It Ends With Us to the top of bestseller lists and even a movie adaptation.

Why the Empyrean Series Soared

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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 series' inherent appeal contributed to its success. The blend of familiar fantasy elements reminiscent of Harry Potter, the romantic tension echoing Twilight, and the dragon-centric narrative similar to Inheritance Cycle creates a unique yet comfortably familiar reading experience.

Another factor contributing to the series' popularity is the explicit depiction of the protagonist's romantic encounters. This unexpected level of mature content adds a distinct element to what initially appears as a typical young adult novel. The combination of epic fantasy, romance, and mature themes clearly resonates with a wide readership.

Will you read Onyx Storm?

Yes!No!I'll read the first two books firstAnswerSee ResultsAmazon's 2024 Bestsellers: Beyond Onyx Storm

Onyx Storm secured the number two spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. The top-selling 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