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Fourth Wing (Standard Edition) (The Empyrean, 1)

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A 1 New York Times bestseller • TV series in development at MGM Amazon Studios with Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society • Amazon Best Books of the Year, 4 • Apple Best Books of the Year 2023 • Barnes & Noble Best Fantasy Book of 2023 • NPR “Books We Love” 2023 • Audible Best Books of 2023 • Hudson Book of the Year • Google Play Best Books of 2023 • Indigo Best Books of 2023 • Waterstones Book of the Year finalist • Goodreads Choice Award Winner • Newsweek Staffers’ Favorite Books of 2023 • Paste Magazine's Best Books of 2023 "Suspenseful, sexy, and with incredibly entertaining storytelling, the first in Yarros' Empyrean series will delight fans of romantic, adventure- filled fantasy." ―Booklist, starred review "Fourth Wing will have your heart pounding from beginning to end... A fantasy like you've never read before." ―1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from 1 New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general―also known as her tough-as-talons mother―has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders. But when you’re smaller than everyone else and your body is brittle, death is only a heartbeat away...because dragons don’t bond to “fragile” humans. They incinerate them. With fewer dragons willing to bond than cadets, most would kill Violet to better their own chances of success. The rest would kill her just for being her mother’s daughter―like Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader in the Riders Quadrant. She’ll need every edge her wits can give her just to see the next sunrise. Yet, with every day that passes, the war outside grows more deadly, the kingdom's protective wards are failing, and the death toll continues to rise. Even worse, Violet begins to suspect leadership is hiding a terrible secret. Friends, enemies, lovers. Everyone at Basgiath War College has an agenda―because once you enter, there are only two ways out: graduate or die. The Empyrean series is best enjoyed in order. Reading Order: Book 1 Fourth Wing Book 2 Iron Flame Book 3 Onyx Storm Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Entangled Red Tower Books


Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 2, 2023


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 528 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1649374046


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 42


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.61 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.6 x 9.35 inches


Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ The Empyrean


Best Sellers Rank: #15,590 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Epic Fantasy (Books) #12 in Romantic Fantasy (Books) #19 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy (Books)


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    • Amazing read
Format: Kindle
Plot or Character Driven: A mix Strong character development: Yes Loveable characters: Yes Diverse cast of characters: Yes Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated Fourth Wing has been on my TBR list for quite some time. I finally had the time to read, and I now know why so many people have been talking about this series. I quite enjoyed reading Fourth Wing. The story is engaging, with a plot that leaves you wanting to know more, and the characters are entertaining. This slow-burning, enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance is definitely a page turner. Adding the dragons to the mix makes the read even more exciting. Violet always thought she was to be a scribe, writing the times and reviewing the history of the city and its future. She was not like her brother, a healer or a badass rider and fighter like her sister. She was a scribe like her father. Violet is also quite fragile; every week, something happens to her resulting in an injury. However, times have changed, and her mother, who is the General, demands that she become a rider. Violet has to go through the list of challenges, just like the others. The only rule is that one must stay alive. As Violet makes it through the challenges. She learns that not only is her fragile state something she has to work on, but also the other prospective riders who may view her as competition or even harbour hatred towards her because of her family name. Violet finds the courage and strength to overcome these challenges one by one. She is even chosen by one of the most powerful dragons to be his rider. Xaden, a third-year wingleader, has revenge on his mind towards Violet. After all, her mother killed his father in battle. He moves Violet and her squad to his section and lets her know that he intends to kill her. After watching her move through the challenges, he has started to develop respect for her and thinks less of killing her. Xaden's dragon and Violet's dragon are mates. This leads to them spending more time in each other's space. The attraction between them starts to sizzle. Xaden has now turned his focus toward keeping Violet safe. Reasons I enjoyed this book: Action-packed, Entertaining, Great world building, Page-turner, Romantic, Twisted, Wonderful characters ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2025 by Shaez
    • Dragons, secrets, and a fight for survival.
Format: Audiobook
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📖 Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros ★★★★★ "Fourth Wing" isn't merely a novel; it's a cultural phenomenon that demands your attention—a rare work that transcends its genre to become something transformative in the fantasy landscape. Rebecca Yarros has crafted a masterpiece of moral complexity that delivers precisely what discerning readers seek in dark fantasy. The world of Navarre unfolds with remarkable restraint, revealing its brutal war college, quadrant structure, and dragon-human bonds through immersion rather than exposition. This approach creates an experience that feels both intellectually stimulating and viscerally affecting. What elevates this narrative beyond mere entertainment is its commitment to moral ambiguity. There are no clear heroes or villains here, only individuals making difficult choices in impossible circumstances. As one character observes, "A dragon without its rider is a tragedy. A rider without their dragon is dead"—a statement that resonates as both lore and foreshadowing. This ethical tension permeates every relationship and decision, creating a profound sense of unease that heightens emotional investment. Violet Sorrengail's journey from physically limited scholar to dragon rider exemplifies the novel's thematic depth. Initially underestimated due to her physical limitations, she enters a world of brutal competition where survival seems impossible. Her evolution isn't merely about gaining power but about redefining strength itself. When Xaden declares, "I know exactly who and what you are, Violet Sorrengail," we understand the weight of recognition in a world built on deception. The political intrigue surrounding Basgiath War College provides a compelling backdrop for character development. The failing wards, the mysterious rebellion, and the secrets maintained by those in power create a labyrinthine plot that rewards attentive reading. Each revelation feels earned, each twist consequential to both narrative and character. While the prose occasionally falters with contemporary phrasing that seems at odds with the setting, and the final act's pacing becomes somewhat breathless, these minor flaws do little to diminish the overall achievement. The romantic elements, though following familiar patterns, are executed with such emotional intelligence that they transcend their tropes. "Fourth Wing" represents the beginning of something significant in fantasy literature—a reference point that will influence conversations for years to come. Its high-octane intensity demands full attention and rewards it with an experience that is intellectually stimulating, emotionally devastating, and utterly unforgettable. 📦 What to Expect ✨ Epic Fantasy 💖 Slow Burn Romance 🔥 Grumpy/Sunshine Dynamic 🤯 Complex Politics & Power Struggles 💔 Deep Emotional Growth 🦴 Magical Beasts or Sentient Magic ⚔️ A Lead Who Fights for More Than Survival 📚 Book Tags Keywords: Dark Fantasy, Magic, Romance, Political Intrigue, Found Family, Survival, War Tropes: Grumpy/Sunshine, Enemies to Reluctant Allies, Found Family, Mentor/Protégé, Slow Burn, Power Couple Triggers: Violence, War Themes, Emotional Abuse, PTSD 🎯 Final Thoughts This isn't just a book you read—it's an experience you surrender to. For those who appreciate fantasy with intellectual depth and emotional resonance, "Fourth Wing" offers a rare combination of accessibility and complexity that will leave you simultaneously satisfied and desperate for more. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2025 by Literary Lure Literary Lure

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