It’s smutty book club this week, so let’s go deep on Onyx Storm -- the latest bestselling instalment of the Rebecca Yarros Empyrean romantasy series.   

Onyx Storm follows Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, continuing the saga of lightning-wielder dragon rider Violet Sorrengail's intense bond with her broody, shadow-wielding lover, Xaden Riorson. 

Bev and Hannah have a lot to discuss – like who are all these characters? How’s the smut? Is there anything to rival the famous “throne scene” in Iron Flame?  

This episode is for romantasy fans and the romantasy-curious, but be warned, there are spoilers.   

Get in touch: Tell us what you think of Onyx Storm. Write or send a voice note to stopeverything@abc.net.au

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