Series Guide
The Empyrean
By Rebecca Yarros · 3 main books · Ongoing
Use this The Empyrean books in order guide to start in the right place, follow the Rebecca Yarros reading order clearly, and avoid common series-order confusion.
Start with: Fourth Wing
About this series
This The Empyrean books in order guide helps you read Rebecca Yarros's romantasy series in the clearest order.
If you are new to The Empyrean, start with Fourth Wing and continue through the main books in publication order.
Best first read: publication order.
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If you are new to The Empyrean, start with Fourth Wing and continue through the main books in publication order.
Best first read: publication order.
Reading order
- 1
Fourth Wing
May 2023
- 2
Iron Flame
November 2023
- 3
Onyx Storm
2025
The current main reading order follows the published sequence so far: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm. The series remains ongoing beyond book three.
Reading Order Notes
These The Empyrean reading order notes can help first-time readers understand the safest way to read the series.
Why publication order works
For most readers, publication order is the best The Empyrean reading order because it preserves major reveals, relationship development, worldbuilding escalation, and the emotional momentum between books.
Is there an alternative reading order?
Not really. This is a strongly sequential fantasy romance series, so most readers should read the books in release order rather than trying to skip ahead or rearrange the timeline.
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The Empyrean
Best first entry point for The Empyrean. Read this before the rest of the series.
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3
Main books
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Spice
Ongoing
Status
3
Tropes
Best for: dragon-rider romantasy readers
Start with: Fourth Wing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct The Empyrean reading order?
The correct reading order is Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm. For almost all readers, publication order is the best order because it keeps the reveals, emotional development, and worldbuilding progression intact.
Is The Empyrean series complete?
No. The Empyrean is not complete yet. The series is still ongoing, and public listings indicate it is planned as a five-book series, with Onyx Storm currently serving as book three.
Should I start Rebecca Yarros with The Empyrean?
Yes, if you want to start with her biggest romantasy series. Fourth Wing is the natural entry point because it introduces the world, the central cast, and the series stakes from the beginning.
Can I skip Iron Flame?
No, not if you want the main story to make sense. Iron Flame is a direct continuation of Fourth Wing and sets up Onyx Storm, so skipping it would mean missing key plot turns and relationship development.