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Fourth Wing is the best-selling global sensation from author Rebecca Yarros. Released in 2023, it’s the first book in The Empyrean series.
Welcome to the brutal and elite world of Basgiath War College . . .
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:Â 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.
Everyone at Basgiath has an agenda, and every night could be your last. So, sleep with one eye open because once you enter, there are only two ways out:Â graduate or die.
Rebecca Yarros delivers a compelling and high-stakes fantasy in Fourth Wing, introducing readers to the ruthless world of Basgiath War College — where survival depends on strength, wit, and a bit of luck. At its heart is Violet Sorrengail, a sharp, determined protagonist whose physical vulnerability contrasts with her mental resilience, making her an underdog worth rooting for.
The novel excels in its fast-paced action, emotionally charged scenes, and a central romance that blends tension and vulnerability. The dragon lore and military academy setting feel fresh, offering a dynamic backdrop for both character growth and epic battles.
However, the story isn’t without its flaws. Some world-building elements are underdeveloped or delivered too quickly, especially in later chapters. Secondary characters occasionally fade into the background, and the pacing can be uneven — particularly as twists and revelations begin to pile up near the end.
Still, Fourth Wing is a thrilling, character-driven read that blends danger, drama, and romance with impressive energy. It’s a strong start to a promising series that will appeal to romantasy fans with grit and heart.
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