Onyx Storm
Rebecca Yarros
BOOK REVIEW

Get ready. The storm is coming, and it's not one that can be weathered. In Onyx Storm, the third book in Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series, the stakes have never been higher. The fierce battle between loyalty and betrayal, magic and power, loyalty and survival will keep you on the edge of your seat, breathless, as Violet Sorrengail's world shatters yet again.
The Tempest of Betrayal, Magic, and Unbreakable Bonds
If you haven't yet fallen into the whirlwind of the Empyrean series, what are you waiting for? This world of dragons, soldiers, and deep secrets has captivated readers everywhere. And Onyx Storm? It intensifies everything that made the first two books electrifying. As Violet steps into unfamiliar lands to seek allies, she must carry secrets so dark they could obliterate everything she holds dear. Her heart beats for dragons, her family, her home... but can she protect them all? Or will the storm tear them away forever?
This isn't just a journey across dangerous lands or magic-filled battlegrounds. No, Onyx Storm is about the unrelenting pursuit of truth, the kind of truth that can break the strongest, shake the bravest, and crush the most powerful. And yet, Violet's determination to save everything she loves is a force more formidable than any storm.
Let that sink in.
You know that feeling when you read a book and the words crawl under your skin, taking root in your soul? Well, Yarros has a masterful way of capturing those emotions and twisting them into a tapestry that is as poignant as it is thrilling. The quiet moments of heartbreak, the battles that feel too real, and the heart-pounding action blend seamlessly into a tale that is as beautiful as it is brutal.
The Empyrean series, which began with the wildly successful Fourth Wing, has sparked a movement. Readers are obsessed, and for good reason. Violet's journey is personal, gritty, and heartbreakingly relatable. This is not some faraway fantasy; it's the very core of human vulnerability and the burning need to protect what matters most.
In Onyx Storm, Violet isn't just fighting for survival; she's fighting to preserve what's left of her humanity in a world that seems set on tearing everything apart. A realm filled with enemies both inside and outside, testing her limits and the trust she's built. Every page is a push to the edge, forcing Violet-and the reader-into moments of despair, only to rise once more. Can Violet be the hero her world desperately needs, or will the forces of darkness pull her into oblivion? 🌪
But it's not all darkness. The dragons. Oh, the dragons. If the world of Empyrean wasn't already filled with enough intrigue, these majestic creatures make it all the more immersive, their power and grace the perfect contrast to the chaos surrounding Violet. Every dragon's wingbeat, every moment of flight, sends a pulse of hope through the heart of this novel, reminding you that beauty and strength can coexist in even the darkest times.
Onyx Storm also brings with it a massive wave of complex characters-those who stay loyal and those who betray. This intricate web of relationships makes every twist feel personal. Some readers have voiced frustration with the characters' decisions, questioning Violet's choices and the paths her allies take, but isn't that the point? Isn't that the heart of every great narrative? To be so invested that even the smallest betrayal leaves you seething, desperate to know what will happen next? That's what makes Onyx Storm a whirlwind you won't escape until the very last page.
And then, of course, there's the core question that lingers in the background: Can Violet keep her humanity in a world filled with magic, power, and war? Her journey is a visceral, raw testament to the strength of the human spirit. But she's not alone. The bonds she shares with her allies-and her enemies-form the skeleton of this explosive, emotional rollercoaster.
Do you have the guts to face the storm? 🌧 Onyx Storm will push you, challenge you, and, without a doubt, leave you gasping for breath as Violet fights to save everything she loves... even if it means her own destruction.
The whispers of the storm are growing louder with each page, and it's not just the dragons or the enemies that are coming-it's you, the reader, who will be consumed by this tempest. Will you emerge unscathed, or will you be swept away in the chaos of truth, magic, and impossible choices?
If you haven't jumped into this series yet, what are you waiting for? The winds are picking up. Don't be the one left behind.
📖 Onyx Storm
✍ by Rebecca Yarros
🧾 544 pages
2025
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