Onyx Storm (Part 1 of 2) (Dramatized Adaptation)

The Empyrean, Book 3

By: Rebecca Yarros

Narrated by: Robb Moreira, Torian Brackett, k'Lai Rivera, Gabriel Michael, Megan Poppy, LaMont Ridgell, Rayner Gabriel, Troy Allan, Laura C. Harris, Khaya Fraites, Taylor Coan

After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there’s no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty.

Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it’s impossible to know who to trust.

Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves—her dragons, her family, her home, and him.

Even if it means keeping a secret so big, it could destroy everything.

They need an army. They need power. They need magic. And they need the one thing only Violet can find—the truth.

But a storm is coming...and not everyone can survive its wrath.

Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects, and cinematic music!

Performed by Khaya Fraites, Gabriel Michael, Robb Moreira, Taylor Coan, LaMont Ridgell, Laura C. Harris, Torian Brackett, Rayner Gabriel, Troy Allan, Megan Poppy, K'Lai Rivera, Henry W. Kramer, Danny Gavigan, Jessica Schly, KenYatta Rogers, Jessica Threet, Nazia Chaudhry, Donald Guzzi, James J. Johnson, James Lewis, NJ Agwuna, David Cui Cui, Marissa Clay, Renee Dorian, Su Ling Chan, Belsheber Rusape, Amanda Forstrom, Bradley Foster Smith, Cody Roberts, Ryan Haugen, Sandi Stock, Crystal Lee, Rita Amparita, Kay Elúvian, Terence Aselford, Nick J. Russo, Jonathon Church, Evan Casey, Marni Penning, Nanette Savard, T. Shyvonne Stewart, Matthew Bassett, Sarah Ruth Thomas, Arden Wannall, David Burke, Wyn Delano, Debi Tinsley, Jillian Levine-Sisson, Megan Hastie, Eric Messner, Todd Scofield, Dawn Ursula, Deepa Samuel, Joel David Santner, Earl Fisher, Matthew Pauli, Christopher Graybill, Mike Carnes, James Konicek, Scott McCormick, and Damon Alums.

©2025 Rebecca Yarros (P)2025 Graphic Audio LLC

Great performance

Really liked this -just disappointed to wait two months for part 2. Caught things I missed when I read the book. Dramatized is addictive

The, “Yes, DAAAAD! 🙄”, moments… XD

I’ve miiiiissed this world, waiting JUST for the Graphic Audio dramatized audiobook. 😭💜

Not going to ruin (much) for people…

BUT…

horned turtle (a very, “young lady, you take that out of your mouth right this second!”, moment. 🤣)

And Mira’s CHORTLE… holyhell, girl can SNORTLAUGH with her GUT!

INCREDIBLE!

Onyx Storm as a regular read was a 10 out of 10. But Graphic Audio takes it to an entire new level and I would say it’s a 20 out of 10. Incredible performances, great background sounds and I can’t wait until part two comes out! All of the voice actors as always are incredible. And the humor from Ridoc and Mira was top-notch!

Great cast, several production problems

I love the dramatized versions of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame. I've recommended them to everyone I know who liked the books. These voices *are* Violet and Xaden - and Tairn! - to me. Sufficed to say, I was excited for the next installment.

Which is why I'm truly sad to say there was a marked drop in quality with this recording. I suspect it must have been rushed to release. Problems include lines flat out assigned to the wrong actor (starting with Andarna taking a Violet line in the prologue), confusing misreads (Violet saying in Deverelli that Sgaeyl was looking at Xaden with longing when it should have been reversed) and, worst, extremely distracting sound mixing - with music so loud and mismatched that some scenes were nearly unlistenable.

I still enjoyed it overall, which is why I'm giving a (perhaps overly generous) 4 rating. I still love the voice acting of the main characters. I'll still buy Part II when it comes out. But I'd rather Part II be delayed than replicate the quality of Part I.

Spectacular story!

Graphic audio has taken what is an extraordinary story and made it spectacular!

This story has so many ups and downs and thrilling adventures and characters that are so compelling you will want to give up everything in your day-to-day life and just listen. This third in the series is funny and heartwarming and just so dear. Makes you want to read it from the beginning again! Highly recommended!!! You’ll never go back to one D audiobooks again.

Obsessed isn't adequate enough how I feel!!!

I can't describe the emotional distress I am going through waiting for part 2. I haven't read the book yet because Graphic Audio is the only way I can listen to this series. I tried to wait till part 2 dropped so I can binge the entire book. But it was calling me and I almost regret not waiting. This story is delicious and I can't wait to find out what happens in part 2!

I never knew what I was missing.

I had no idea audio books were like this! a full cast of voices, music, echoes & foot steps. I got goosebumps. i want all my books to b like this. love this. give us part 2 immediately.

loved it

loved story hard to listen to others then there not graphic. loved the whole cast.

Mira and Riddoc CARRIED ONYX STORM!

This is my second reread of Onyx Storm and GraphicAudio BY FAR is the best! Gabriel and Khaya truly embody Xaden and Violet!! Hearing all the little details and just love put into this 😩😩Every voice actor and actress was PERFECT! can't wait for part 2!!

The dramatized version are great

The beginning was a little slow in the book but listening to this makes it way better can't wait till the second part is ready . Some feel she maybe pulling this story to long but I think she is keeping our interest very well .