Fourth Wing: DISCOVER THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT! (The Empyrean) Paperback – 26 Mar. 2024

Oh wow, what a wild ride. I actually think this is my favourite book that I’ve ever read. If I could give it 6 stars I would.“A dragon without its rider is a tragedy. A rider without their dragon is dead.”Step into the cutthroat world of dragon riders at Basgiath War College. Meet Violet Sorrengail, destined for the Scribe Quadrant, but thrown into the race to become an elite dragon rider by her tough-as-nails mother. With her fragile physique, bonding with dragons seems impossible, and the odds stack against her. As deadly secrets and ruthless competitors lurk, Violet must rely on her wits to survive. Amidst a war-torn kingdom and failing defenses, every day brings new challenges, alliances, and betrayals. At Basgiath War College, the path to victory is treacherous, and the only options are to graduate or die. When I tell you this is the best, not only fantasy, but the best book I have ever read I am not exaggerating.Firstly, I was absolutely h o o k e d within the first 20 pages. That has never happened for me in a book before 😭 I fell in love with Violet almost instantly. She's the tiny but mighty FMC who, even though she has a disability, takes and runs with literally anything that is thrown at her. We enter the world following Violet as she enrolls in Basgiath and takes on her first challenge almost instantly. We're thrown into the world, but it doesn't seem confusing. Everything is explained and I didn't feel lost at all when I was reading this.“But I will not run. I wouldn't be standing here if I'd quit every time something seemed impossible to overcome. I will not die today.”Violet is amazing, she's sassy, caring, charming and a complete and utter queen. She takes no bs, but also is incredibly caring, kind and compassionate, even when other characters didn't deserve it. Xaden is also a complete highlight. He's your typical dark and brooding MMC, but what lies beyond that is such a deep and complex character. I would follow him into battle.The romance in this book is absolutely sizzling. I was melting everytime their eyes met from across the room 😩 Lord give me strength because I was NOT prepared for *those* scenes 🥵🥵But the most shocking part for me, was how much I absolutely fell in love with the Dragons. Tairn is a whole mood. The dialogue with the dragons was some of the best dialogue I've ever read and had me giddy and giggling like a child the whole time.“You're making us look bad. Stop it.”This book may only be around 500 pages but EVERY. SINGLE. PAGE of this book was full of action, information and funnies. There was absolutely no filler in this book at all. I was completely entranced.The last sentence absolutely BROKE me. Rebecca, how could you do this? How can you leave us like that?! I can't believe we have to wait until November to find out what happens next. I did not see that coming - AT ALL.Overall, were the tropes in this book original? No. But it was so incredibly enjoyable and written so well that it's now one of my (if not the top) all time favourite books. I'm already NEEDING the next book.

Rebecca Yarros’ "Fourth Wing" is nothing short of a masterpiece. I was utterly captivated from the first page to the last, swept away by a world where danger lurks at every turn and courage is the ultimate weapon. This novel earns every one of its five stars—and then some.The characters stole my heart, especially Violet, the heroine. At first glance, Violet is perceived as weak by her peers, an underdog in a brutally competitive world. But as the story unfolds, she proves them all wrong. Her strength—mental, emotional, and eventually physical—emerges in stunning ways, inspiring readers to root for her at every turn. Watching Violet grow into her power is an absolute joy, and her relationships with those around her deepen in ways that feel authentic and heartfelt.Speaking of relationships, the romantic tension and blossoming bond between Violet and her love interest were mesmerizing. The slow burn of their connection is perfectly paced, full of sparks, banter, and emotional depth. I found myself eagerly flipping pages to see how their relationship would evolve, and I was not disappointed.And then there are the dragons. Oh, the dragons! Yarros describes them with such vivid and breathtaking detail that you feel as though you could reach out and touch their scales. Each dragon is a force of nature, majestic yet terrifying, with personalities and quirks that make them unforgettable. The bond between dragon and rider is beautifully portrayed, full of loyalty, trust, and shared purpose. It’s a relationship so well-crafted that it elevates the entire story to new heights.The world-building in "Fourth Wing" is immersive and richly detailed. Yarros has created a brutal and exhilarating world of trials, danger, and politics where only the strongest survive. It’s gritty and intense but balanced by moments of humor, romance, and hope.In summary, "Fourth Wing" is an absolute triumph, delivering unforgettable characters, sizzling romance, awe-inspiring dragons, and a heroine who will steal your heart. Rebecca Yarros has set the bar impossibly high, and I immediately started reading the second book in the series. If you love fantasy with high stakes and heart, this book is for you.

So, I would say this book isn't for everyone out their. it's first person perspective which isn't my favourite HOWEVER saying that I was absolutely sucked in from the first chapter. I couldn't put the book down, there's always something happening, always something going on which make's not reading the next chapter so hard. there's a few twists and turns that are sort of predictable I will say but the story and characters are interesting enough that you don't mind.I absolutely love the dragon's and that would be my only gripe with the book that we don't get enough of them.There's a charter death that had me sobbing as I read it, it was heartbreaking to read but that for me just showed how much that charter came to mean to the other's in this story and just how likeable they were.I would say this was an easy read, it's not overly complicated and it's a pretty good none brainer book. it's fun, spicy and interesting. it's an easy fantasy/romance story that dosent require much brain power to get thru.the only reason it took me two days to read was because sadly sleep is a thing.