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

The Amazon best-seller list for 2024 saw a surprising newcomer take the number two spot: Onyx Storm, the latest installment in Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. This book, released late in the year, quickly gained traction, following the phenomenal success of the series' debut, Fourth Wing.

The series' popularity can be attributed to several factors. Its viral success on BookTok, a corner of TikTok dedicated to book reviews, mirrors the trajectory of other romance novels like Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, a 2022 bestseller that was later adapted into a film. However, the books' inherent appeal also plays a significant role. Blending elements reminiscent of Harry Potter, Twilight, and The Inheritance Cycle, the Empyrean series offers a familiar yet fresh reading experience. The inclusion of explicit sexual content adds another layer, transforming what initially appears as a young adult novel into a steamy epic fantasy romance.

Onyx Storm Availability:

• Hardcover and Kindle editions are available at discounted prices. Check Amazon for current pricing.

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Other 2024 Amazon Bestsellers:

While Onyx Storm secured a prominent position, it was edged out by Kristin Hannah's The Women for the top spot on Amazon's 2024 best-seller list. Here's a look 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.