24 Book Club Discussion Questions for Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

If your book club is reading Onyx Storm on Bookum, the third book in Rebecca Yarros' bestselling Empyrean series, this guide is for you. These original discussion questions are designed to spark deep, fun, and thought-provoking conversations around the characters, plot twists, and magical world of Violet Sorrengail. Perfect for fantasy readers, dragon lovers, and fans of romance and rebellion.

Characters, Relationships, and Emotional Chaos

1 - Violet has changed a lot since the first book. What moment in Onyx Storm made you most proud of her or most frustrated?

2 - Is Xaden still the right partner for Violet at this stage in the series? Why or why not?

3 - Imogen made some huge choices in this book. Were her actions loyal, manipulative, or somewhere in between?

4 - Which side character stood out the most for you in Onyx Storm and what made them memorable?

5 - How would you describe the state of Violet and Xaden’s relationship by the end of the book? Healthy, complicated, or something else?

Magic, Lore, and All the New Powers

6 - If you could have any of the new signets introduced in Onyx Storm, which one would you choose and how would you use it?

7 - Violet’s bond with Andarna shifts in major ways. What did you think about that storyline and its emotional impact?

8 - The memory-erasing twist at the end changes everything. Did that plot twist feel powerful, frustrating, or surprising?

9 - How did the new territories and settings introduced in this book expand your understanding of the Empyrean world?

10 - What parts of the magical system still feel unclear or confusing after this book?

Plot Twists, Cliffhangers, and Consequences

11 - What moment in Onyx Storm completely shocked you?

12 - Who do you think Xaden’s "new brother" is and why do you think that reveal was saved for the end?

13 - How did the pacing of Onyx Storm compare to Fourth Wing and Iron Flame? Did it feel faster, slower, or just different?

14 - What do you think the title Onyx Storm represents beyond its literal meaning?

15 - If you were in Violet’s shoes, would you have made different decisions? Which ones?

Themes, Messages, and Meaning

16 - This book centers a lot on memory and identity. What message do you think Yarros is trying to send about who we are without our past?

17 - Trust plays a big role in Onyx Storm. Who does Violet trust most and is that trust well placed?

18 - As the story progresses, do you still believe the rebellion is on the right side of history? Why or why not?

19 - What real-world dynamics or political ideas did the book remind you of?

20 - Did you have a favorite quote or moment that stuck with you? Why did it stand out?

Looking Ahead to the Rest of the Series

21 - What unresolved storyline are you most eager to see addressed in Book 4?

22 - How do you think Violet will react when she realizes what she lost or forgot?

23 - What would a satisfying end to this series look like for you personally?

24 - Are you feeling more excited or more anxious for the next book? What are you hoping for most?

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