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, its success builds on the viral popularity of the series's first book, Fourth Wing, propelled by BookTok trends. This mirrors the success of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, another BookTok sensation.
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 BookTok undeniably played a significant role, the series' inherent appeal is equally important. The novels blend familiar elements from popular series like Harry Potter, Twilight, and Inheritance Cycle, creating a unique yet comfortably recognizable reading experience. The books' explicit sexual content also contributes significantly to their popularity, adding a steamy dimension to the epic fantasy romance.
AnswerSee ResultsOther 2024 Amazon BestsellersOnyx Storm secured the number two spot on Amazon's 2024 bestseller list. Kristin Hannah's The Women, released in February 2024, claimed the top position, also achieving success on 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.
